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 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 …
It is important to tailor your acne regimen to the season and area in which you are living. During the summer months, or in tropical climates, there is plenty of moisture in the air to keep your skin from becoming …
Are there different types of acne? The main two categories of acne are inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne. Inflammatory acne is what is traditionally thought of as “pimples” and cysts. Inflammatory acne lesions can lead to scarring. Non-inflammatory acne lesions are …
A new pimple seems to always come up at the most inopportune time – just before a big date, an important meeting, or a well-deserved vacation. Fortunately, there is no need to simple ‘live with’ the pimple. At the Clear …
I get 1-2 pimples per year on my face. Is that still considered acne? Yes, even a few pimples are considered acne. When is it necessary to see a dermatologist if you have acne? If you’re asking yourself this …
Accutane doesn’t have to be a scary experience. In reality, when used appropriately, Accutane can be life changing! For patients who experience severe recalcitrant acne (meaning, severe acne that does not stay clear when using other medications or treatments), Accutane …
Top 5 Reasons to See a Dermatologist for Your Acne: There is no doubt about it, treating acne early can prevent the formation of permanent scarring. Even patients with very mild acne visit the Clear Clinic to begin using a …
Caring for acne prone skin is tricky enough, but when your skin is also dry, it makes using traditional acne treatments more difficult. Many acne medications, particularly over the counter formulations and topical retinoids, can be drying to the skin. …
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