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Will mask help my acne ?
Regarding facial masks. There are so many types. Some will give you a good feeling, some will do nothing and some will irritate your skin and cause breakouts. Thus, if...
How long does it take to get rid of post acne hyper-pigmentation?
It all depends on the type of hyperpigmentation and the type of your treatment. If the hyperpigmentation is due to old acne pimples, one should avoid sun exposure (use...
What is difference between BHA and AHA? Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids ?
Both AHA and BHA are ingredients of active skin care products. The most popular alpha hydroxy acids are exfoliants that are glycolic acid, which is produced from sugar...
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Does benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid work better for clearing blackheads?
Both benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid can clear black heads. Both have a Keratholytic effect = unclog pores. Having said that, benzoyl peroxide in more effective th...
How to get rid of my forehead acne?
To get rid of forehead acne you need to combine treatment and prevention. Start with an effective anti-acne treatment. The best are gels with benzoyl peroxide or salic...
Should I start using Toner ? Why does it make me break out?
Most of the toners are based on alcohol or contai glycolic acid. These Alcohol-based toners remove the skin natural protective sebum layer. Thus, if you use the right ...
Is it true that blackhead removal strips make my pores bigger ?
This is not true. The blackheads removal stripes extract the blackheads and do not influence pore size. Having said that, it’s a good idea to use in addition to the st...
How to know if you have acne or acne scars ??
Active pimples are red, and swollen (raised above the skin level). Some active acne lesions may also have the yellow (pus) collection in the middle or be painful to th...
I have lots of blemishes that won't go away in my cheeks. Will benzoyl peroxide help this?
Benzoyl peroxide is the best single anti-acne cream. There are different benzoyl peroxide products on the market with different percentages. Having said that, the best...
How do you control the sebum production of your skin and limit it so it is not causing so much acne?
Unfortunately, we can not yet control the amount of sebum produced by our skin. The only way to fight oily skin is to remove the oily. This should be done gently witho...
How do IUD's like Liletta and Mirena affect acne. I never had acne before and broke out shortly after getting my IUD.
The Progesterone-based Mirena's IUD can definitely cause acne breakouts. Anything hormonal has the ability to affect the glands that secrete sebum and cause acne. Alth...
How to get rid of acne scars?
There are 3 main types of post acne signs. Brown spots, pink spots and “real acne scars”. The first two are just "color" and can be treated with over the counter white...
if it doesn't say oil free or non comedogenic on the foundation but does says it's dermatologists tested will it break me out or not?
Hi. “Dermatologist tested” does not mean that this product is good for acne prone skin. It can be good for other things such as wrinkles or dry skin. If you have acne ...
My acne is all around my mouth and chin, which I've heard is from hormonal causes. what is the best way to treat this?
Pimples on the chin and around the mouth are frequently triggered by wrong cosmetics, wrong diet and dependent on hormonal fluctuations. Start with low percentage medi...
Why is my face red all of the sudden ? and I can see my acne but another second you can't see my acne ?
Hi. Redness of the whole face can be related to many reasons. It can be cause by products that are too "strong" for your skin, over washing of the skin or excessive su...
I have a very bumpy forehead what can I do about this?
Pimples on the forehead are very common. You need to start with washing your hair every day. In addition, you need to use, every evening, an effective anti-acne treatm...
I have a scab on my chin that came from picking at a large acne spot. I don't know how to prevent these in the future or get rid of my current scab. please help.
The best treatment of a brown scab on your face would be an antibiotic ointment, such as Neosporin. These ointments will fight the bacteria and in parallel provide hum...
Hi, does microdermabrasion work for clearing acne and acne scars?
Hi. Unfortunately microdermabrasion does not help with active acne (red pimples) or with acne scars. Microdermabrasion is a good option when one has only comedones (wh...
What is the best acne brand that clears acne with a week or so?
Hi. Unfortunately there is no drug on earth that will clear acne in one week. Even the most powerful anti-acne drugs, like accuatne, will need 3-5 months to control ac...
Should I eat fruit, because it contains lots of sugar which may cause breakouts?
You are absolutely right - fruit contains a lot of sugar. Neverthelss, fruit provides you with fiber and many vitamines that are good for your skin health. Thus, eatin...
Does Epiduo help acne only or does it also help the scarring?
Hi, Carolina. The main ingredient in Epiduo is benzoyl peroxide. The purpose of this gel, as with all other anti-acne gels and creams, is to prevent the appearence of ...
I'm close to being a crater face !! what are some tips to prevent it?
Hi. If you are concerned about acne scars ("craters"), the best is to treat your active acne. If you will have less red inflamed acne pimples you will have at the end ...
Acne started to come back all over again and even worse after stopping oral antibiotics. What should I do?
Hi. Oral antibiotics help while you take them. To get a long-term effect you to keep using your topical anti-acne creams after you finish taking your oral antibiotics....
How to treat body acne?
Back acne (bacne) is frequently caused of over sweating and skin friction. If you are sitting many hours per day, the heat, sweat, and friction in the lower back will ...
Should I buy a derma roller for acne scars?
Derma rollers are not the best for people with acne. If you have active acne they can spread the bacteria, and cause more acne breakouts. In some cases, Derma rollers ...
I have acne prone skin and breakout a lot. Which makeup ingredients I need to avoid?
When choosing makeup, it's best to look for products from a reputable company that are labeled oil-free and non-comedogenic (= tested not to clog pores) . "Mineral bas...
Can I drink almond milk without causing a breakout?
Definetly. Almond milk is actually the best alternatives to cow's milk for people with acne prone skin.
Can I expect to see a difference if I don't eat properly??
Hi. You definitely can see improvement in your acne when you eat properly. There is now clear evidence that cow's milk, including skim milk and dairy is related to mor...
Can I break out from a salad?
The answer is probably not. Vegtables are very good for your skin. Vegetables, have lots of vitamines that help build your new skin cells and protect them form envorme...
Is it safe getting Air brush tanning for acne ? will it make acne worst ?
The chemicals used in air brush tanners contain harsh chemicals, that can irritate your skin and block your skin pores. If you have active acne piples make sure that t...
My doctor prescribed antibiotic pills, it left me with serve acne scars will I be put on accutane?
Unfortunately , Roaccutan does not help with acne scars. It only help with active acne. To treat acne scars there is a need to consider treatment with micronnedles RF....
What is the best sunscreen for acne probe skin?
When you have acne you need to use an oil free sunscreen with a lower SPF. SPF 15 is optimal. Suncreens with higher SPFs are usally heavier can clog your skin and have...
I have acne for 2 years is it normal ?
Acne prone skin lasts on average 8 years. Thus, it is not a good idea to do nothing and wait until its over. Acne can always be controlled. Everybody with acne needs t...
Why do I break out on my cheek a lot ? and redness
There are internal and external causes for acne breakouts. The internal are your genetics, hormones and stress levels. The main external causes for acne breakouts are ...
How do you reduce inflammatory hyper-pigmentation?
There are several causes for hyperpigmentation. If you refer to hyper pigmented acne pimples you need to start with the control of your active acne. Use your MDacne ap...
How can I minimize my sugar spike after eating sugary foods?
Unfortunately - eating sugary foods causes sugar spikes. It seems that you need to switch to natural sweets such as figs and dates. These types of sweets can satisfy y...
What is the best treatment for pitted acne scars?
It seems that the best treatment for pitted acne scars is fractional microneedles radiofrequency. These systems use very thin and very sharp needles (0.3mm) that are i...
My face is very oily so I wash it twice a day but I seem to get pimples on certain areas like my cheek and chin of my face although I stick to a diet and everything do you know what it could be ?
Cleansing and diet are only a part of a good anti-acne routine. To get the best results you need to use an effective anti-acne gel. The best choice is usually benzoyl ...
Will makeup worsen my acne?
Wrong makeup can definitely make acne worse. If the makeup is oily it can clog the skin pores and cause more breakouts. Take a look at the link bellow for details. You...
I have acne scars how do I get them away fast
There are 3 main types of post acne signs. Brown spots, pink spots and “real acne scars”. The first two are just "color" and can be treated with over the counter white...