How to Classify Your Acne Scars
Acne and acne scar expert Dr. Eric Schweiger explains that, “Not all acne scars are the same. There are a few different types of acne scars that can form on your skin; it is important to be able to identify …
9Jan
7Jan
Stop Picking Your Acne! Why Popping and Picking is So Bad for Your Skin
As tempting as it can be, it is important to avoid popping pimples and picking at your skin when you break out. Not only does picking your acne cause it to stick around longer (due to increased inflammation on the …
4Jan
Ask the Acne Expert: How Long Should I Be on Prescription Acne Medication?
Acne expert Dr. Schweiger explains that, “All prescription medications are different. Some are intended to be used or taken for a short period of a few weeks or months, while others are intended for more long term use. The bottom …
31Dec
Ask the Acne Expert: “Why Isn’t My ProActiv Working?”
Why isn’t my ProActiv working? Acne expert Dr. Schweiger explains that, “ProActiv is an excellent product, containing an effective concentration of benzoyl peroxide for the treatment of acne. However, acne is multifactorial, meaning that it is caused by a variety …
27Dec
Why You Should Not Face Acne Alone
It can be tempting to skip your copay and face acne alone. However, the truth is that, most people with acne cannot get rid of acne with over-the-counter treatments alone. By the time you have tried a few drug store …
25Dec
How to Treat Deep Pitted Acne Scars
Deep pitted acne scars are a permanent reminder of old acne, and can distract from the appearance of clear skin. Perhaps you have been battling acne for years, or perhaps your deep pitted acne scars are from newer acne breakouts. …
17Dec
Adult Acne Causes and Treatments
You made it all of the way through high school without a single pimple; so, why are you experiencing acne breakouts as an adult? Adult acne is a common condition, and can present for the first time at nearly any …
7Dec
FAQ About Acne: Are Acne Treatments Anti-Aging?
How can the red marks left behind after adult acne be removed? Post-inflammatory erythema, or the red marks left behind after acne, can be treated with the KTP laser. Two or three treatments with the KTP laser are …
5Dec
FAQ About Acne: Does Adult Acne Scar?
Does adult acne scar? Adult acne, particularly inflammatory acne, can lead to the development of pitted acne scars. How can acne scars be prevented? It is important for even mild acne to be treated promptly by a dermatologist. Starting an …
3Dec
One Size Does Not Fit All for Acne Treatments
If there was only one way to treat acne, we would all have gorgeous clear acne-free skin. The truth is that, one size does not fit all for acne treatments. Everyone’s skin has different needs, and every patient we meet …
