Acne Treatment Questions

What are the differences between ablative and non-ablative lasers? Read more

My 14-year-old has really bad acne breakouts. And her nose is a very problematic area. This started around her period and seem to be getting worse. Please help. What can be done? Thanks Read more

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What is the best acne treatment? I am 22 years of age and have black spots on my face my skin is oily. I don't currently use any cream on my face. What should I do? Read more

I am 22 years old. My skin is oily, and due to acne I have small holes in my face. Please tell me what I can do. Read more

I have many pimples on my forehead and face, and it looks so bad! I really want something that can remove my acne and cure these pimples. What do you recommend? Read more

I have acne all over my cheeks, chin, and forehead, but all of it looks more like a rash. I've tried oral and topical medicactions but nothing seems to be working and I've had this problem for months now. Pleas... Read more

Can a lower dose of Isotretinoin (10-20 mg) be as effective as a higher standard dose? I'm a 43-year-old female with moderate cystic acne. My doctor wants to prescribe this dose for 3-4 months. I'm concerned a... Read more

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I've been using panderm cream on my face for the last three months. It contains cortisone. Now, there are red and black spots on my face and acne as well. What do I do? Read more

I am suffering from acne breakouts and pimples. My face also has red marks all over it. Can you guide me on how to get rid of these marks and to stop the breakouts from occurring again? Read more

I am taking Isotretinoin soft caps (10mg everyday) and Retin-A cream 0.05% to blur red spots caused by inflammatory hyperpigmentation. But after 3 months of using the products, they haven't helped much. Will co... Read more

I'm African-American and I have black scars on my stomach from bumps that used to be there. I tried lemon and a few creams, but none will make them fade. I would like to know what I can do or use to get rid of ... Read more

I have dry, acne-prone skin that peels. I have never used a moisturizer and am unsure which way to turn. My doctor was unable to make any recommendations. Which moisturizer will hydrate my skin without causing ... Read more

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I have been on ampicillin pills for over a year and my dermatologist prescribed Isotetrinoin. I'm afraid of the severe side effects, how "rare" are these instances? Is it safe on mild acne vs. cystic acne? Read more

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I was prescribed Aczone and Ziana for my facial acne. They both have worked really great, but now I have chest and back acne. I believe it's from sweating after working out. So my question is, would Aczone and ... Read more

I'm 22 years old. I have a lot of acne on my face and it's causing some holes and marks. As a result, my skin is aging and I'm looking older than my age. The problem may lie in my skin, which is oily. What shou... Read more

Can I have a mesotherapy and chemical peel done on the dame day? My doctor did both the procedures back to back on same day on my active acne. Read more