Acne

Acne

If you have acne, you’re likely willing to go to great lengths to restore a clear complexion. However, it’s important to be educated about acne and your skin in order for your efforts to be successful. Here, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Ted Lain shares six of the acne myths he hears from patients most often.

Acne

If you experience acne breakouts, it’s essential to know what can help and what can make matters worse. There are many acne myths that just won’t go away despite advances in dermatological research, and board-certified dermatologist Dr. Ted Lain shares a few of the most common misconceptions and sets the record straight.

Acne

The first step for clearing blemishes and preventing breakouts is to adopt an acne routine that includes gentle, yet effective products featuring proven ingredients that can keep your skin clear, healthy and hydrated.

Acne

From the type of acne you have, to how, why and when you break out, everyone's acne is different. The key to getting a healthy complexion is understanding the different types of acne you may have (such as blackheads vs. whiteheads and other kinds of pimples)—as well as the products and ingredients that can clear your acne blemishes and help prevent new ones from forming.

Acne

Acne can be a concern for teenagers and adults alike, and this common skin condition can affect girls, boys, women and men from puberty and beyond. Regardless of age, the most effective anti-acne skincare regimen includes products that use gentle, yet effective ingredients to minimize breakouts and help keep your skin clear and under control. Choosing a product with beneficial ingredients, like ceramides, can also help restore your skin’s natural barrier and lock in moisture when treating acne.

Acne

There are a number of acne-fighting ingredients to choose from, and board-certified dermatologist Dr. Ted Lain shares the must-know information about benzoyl peroxide. From the ideal concentration to the products you can find it in, read on to learn about how benzoyl peroxide works to improve acne.

Acne

An important first step for getting acne under control is a proper skincare regimen. Yet with so many products and ingredients to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Here, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Ted Lain explains the basics, including which ingredients can help improve acne and soothe the skin, as well as why sun protection is so important.

Acne

Many teenagers and adults experience both acne and dry skin, and one can impact the other. The good news is, a skincare regimen that includes acne-fighting ingredients, hydration and barrier-restoring ceramides can help keep your acne-prone skin clear, hydrated and comfortable.

Acne

<p>The proper skincare products are the ideal first step for getting <a href="/skin-smarts/skin-concerns/acne/adult-teen-acne-causes-treatment">acne</a> under control and restoring a clear complexion, but there are several other steps you can take to keep breakouts to a minimum. These small lifestyle changes can add up to make a big difference in the health and appearance of your skin.</p>