Those who suffer from allergies are well aware of the symptoms that come along with an allergy attack–everything from hives and runny eyes to headaches and skin itchiness. But can allergies contribute to acne breakouts? Acne is caused by a …
A common question that we receive at the Clear Clinic is, “Why Do I have Acne?” Most people feel that if they’re washing their face every night, they should not develop acne. The truth is that the development of acne …
Salicylic acid is one of the most common over-the-counter medications used to treat acne. Salicylic acid is available in many formulations, including cleansers and spot treatment creams, at concentrations up to 2%. Dr. Schweiger explains that, “Salicylic acid helps remove …
One of the most common inquiries we receive is, “What is the best fast acne treatment?” The truth is, acne can be chronic. It often requires long term use of topical medications to get rid of acne and maintain its …
After acne treatments, many patients choose to treat their acne scars. Lasers, such as the Fraxel and Fractional CO2 Laser stimulate collagen to fill in the pitted acne scars left behind after acne is treated. After treatment of acne and acne …
Exfoliating the skin is an important part of most skincare regimens. A good exfoliator will rid of dead skin cells on the skin’s surface and help with the absorption of all your skin care products. But exfoliation is very important …
There are several chemical peels that are helpful for acne-prone skin. Chemical peels are peeling agents that remove the superficial layers of the skin. In patients with acne-prone skin, chemical peels can clear out clogged pores, reduce comedone (blackhead and …
Just like your mother has always said, you shouldn’t believe everything you read. Unless of course the information you’re reading comes from a professional with a dedicated focus on the subject. Below, Dr. Schweiger discusses sleeping with makeup on and …
There are a variety of prescription acne treatments available, including antibiotics (both antibiotic creams and pills), retinoids, hormonal treatments, and isotretinoin. Your dermatologist will help you to determine the best prescription regimen for your acne. It is possible that this …
Facial cleansing brushes, such as the Clarisonic brush, have increased in popularity substantially over the past few years. It’s hard not to notice all of the advertising trying to convince you to jump on the cleansing brush bandwagon. What many …
