What is Maskne? Until last year, the term “maskne” was not a thing. We didn’t need such a term because we weren’t wearing masks every day. Now that we are, we’re seeing more patients complain of new or unrelenting breakouts. Because we may be wearing masks for a while, we should know what maskne is […]
People who suffer from persistent acne or recurring breakouts truly do suffer. Acne causes obvious cosmetic evidence that the skin may not be as healthy as it could be. As common as this problem is, there is still a stigma around acne, too. Adults with breakouts may wonder what they’re doing wrong. They may worry […]
There is a common perception that acne and adulthood don’t go together. Another common perception is that facials are for pampering; they are special treatments that you may want to get before a special event or to ward off the onset of aging. We want to set the record straight and discuss how facials performed […]
Acne is a frustrating dermatologic condition that affects millions of teens and adults. Because the emotional and social effects of severe acne are well-known, there has been a sense of urgency in the medical field to find solutions that work quickly to soothe irritated skin before scarring occurs. This isn’t always possible, which can feel […]
Living through acne certainly, ought to be enough to earn you a break from skin woes later in life. Unfortunately, even if your breakouts stop, you’re often left with visible signs of the acne that used to be. You might have dark spots or indentations, or a combination of both. But you don’t have to […]
Acne is the most common skin problem in the country. If you’re someone who has suffered with the condition, you probably know that it not only affects your appearance, but it can also have a negative impact on your self-esteem and overall happiness. So there probably isn’t anything we could tell you to make you think […]
Many of my patients who come into the office concerned about acne breakouts, dark spots, rashes and even wrinkles, are surprised when we discuss the fact that the causes are likely external, not internal. They’re concerned that they may have an infection or hormonal issues when actually, they need to make a few changes when […]
For those of us prone to acne, the arrival of summer can actually cause us to want to cover up. Acne on the back, shoulders, neck and chest certainly doesn’t do much to enhance our appearance in sundresses, tanks and swimsuits, but often that’s exactly where our acne begins to flare when the temperatures begin […]
If you grew up being told that your pimples would go away as soon as you got out of your teenaged years, well, it’s a nice idea. It’s just not exactly the truth. What other fibs have you been told about your acne problems? Keep reading and find out. When your teenaged acne grows up […]
