Acne and Breakouts

Written by: Bryan Barron Choosing skin care products for acne or signs of aging is challenging enough when you're dealing with one or the other. But when you're struggling with both at the same time, it can be maddening. If you...

Written by: Desiree Stordahl Few things can ruin your day like the sight of a red, swollen pimple with a whitehead in the center. Of course, a great skin care routine that includes a leave-on salicylic acid product is fundamental to...

Written by: Desiree Stordahl Medically Reviewed by: Corey L. Hartman MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Skin redness is a real pain. First, there’s the arduous task of identifying its causes, of which there are many. A red flush can appear when temperatures drop or an ingredient...

Written by: Mercedes Santella-Lam The fight against acne is often an uphill battle, especially if you have stubborn to severe acne. But, thankfully, for most people, even severe acne can be improved with over-the-counter skincare products. We’re proud to say our...

Written by: Mercedes Santaella-Lam Whether you’re a teenager struggling with recurring breakouts or an adult experiencing acne for the first time, there is one universal truth: You want your skin to clear up—fast. Here’s what you need to get rid of...

Written by: Paula Begoun Despite what you might have read, the best acne products for adult acne don’t differ whether you’re an adult or a teenager. We know that sounds surprising, maybe even shocking, but facts are facts and there’s no...

Written by: Bryan Barron We’ve covered what causes acne and how you can manage it with skincare in dozens of articles over the years. It’s a prevalent topic given how many people suffer with acne and a subject Paula feels strongly...

Written by: Desiree Stordahl Medically Reviewed by: Corey L. Hartman MD Board-Certified Dermatologist When a swollen acne blemish finally goes away, it’s all too often replaced by a frustrating visual reminder: a red or brown mark. Actually, frustrating is an understatement! We want to assure...

Written by: Shannon Steck Medically Reviewed by: Beth McLellan MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Skin purging is a phenomenon that some people with breakout-prone skin experience after using a leave-on exfoliant or certain other active ingredients for the first time. The theory is that such...