Will I develop adult acne? There is no way to predict who will develop adult acne and who will not. Unfortunately, adult acne can present for the first time even in your 40’s. For many of our adult patients, we …
1. Wash your face twice a day: Washing with a gentle cleanser helps to remove dirt and grime that builds up in the pores from makeup and environmental exposures. Patients with acne-prone skin can use a medicated cleanser containing salicylic …
There are so many laser treatments available for the treatment of acne scarring, it is helpful to visit an acne expert to help you sort through them all. Your dermatologist can help you to determine which laser treatment for acne …
At what age will my adult acne stop? The unfortunate answer is that, when left untreated, acne can persist into your 50’s. Hormonal changes can stimulate increased production of sebum in the hair follicle. This produces an ideal environment for …
The 5 things you should know about Fraxel acne scar treatment: Fraxel is non-ablative: The Fraxel Restore laser treatment is a non-ablative treatment, meaning that its energy is sent through the skin, without ablating the superficial layers of the skin. …
How soon after I develop a new acne scar should I come in for treatment? Dr. Schweiger explains that, “It is best to visit your dermatologist for treatment prior to developing acne scars. You can begin in-office physical treatments for …
I never had acne as a teenager, why am I suddenly experiencing it as an adult? According to reports, adult acne is on the rise, especially for females. A 2008 study out of the University of Alabama found that more than …
There is a wide range of acne severity; acne can present as one pimple from time to time, or it can be constant and overwhelming. For this reason, we often grade acne, in order to provide the most effective treatment …
We’ve all been there – its midnight and you have a giant pimple on your cheek that you can’t help but squeeze! However, what about when squeezing the pimple results in a red acne indentation on your face that lasts …
Vitamin E has recently been celebrated by the media for its role in scar healing. But, will Vitamin E cream work for acne scars? While Vitamin E can be soothing, and the cream that it is contained in can be …
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