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Body Acne, Folliculitis, or Keratosis Pilaris Guide

Not every red or rough bump on your body is acne. Body acne, folliculitis, and keratosis pilaris can have a very similar appearance, especially on...

Can Sun and Salt Water Clear Acne?

Have you ever noticed that your acne seems to look better after a few beach days? Your pimples may appear flatter, your skin may feel...

Your Acne Is Not A Hormonal Problem, It's Genetic

If you've spent any time Googling your acne, chances are you've landed on an article, or ten — telling you it's your hormones. And look,...

Acne Isn’t Cured, It’s Managed: What Clear Skin Really Takes

There is a huge misunderstanding out there about clearing acne. A lot of people think acne is something you cure once, and then you never...

Why Your Acne Gets Worse After the Fourth of July

If you've ever looked in the mirror after the Fourth of July weekend and wondered why your skin suddenly seems worse, you're definitely not alone....

Skin Plus vs. Westlake Dermatology for Acne Treatment

I get a lot of people contacting me after searching for things like “dermatology for acne,” “acne treatment near me,” or specifically “Westlake Dermatology acne.”...

My Top Drugstore Sunscreens For Acne-Prone Skin

Finding the best sunscreen for acne-prone skin can feel harder than it should. A lot of sunscreens are greasy, heavy, irritating, or they leave a...

Mandelic Acid for Acne-Prone Skin: The Unsung Hero Your Routine Might Be Missing

When people talk about popular acne treatments, they usually go straight to benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, retinoids, or chemical peels. Those all have a place....

The Right Way to Use Benzoyl Peroxide for Acne

Benzoyl peroxide can be absolutely life-changing when it is used correctly. It is also one of those acne products people love to misuse, overuse, spot...

Sebaceous Filaments vs Blackheads: What Is the Difference

If you have ever looked closely at your nose or chin and thought, “Why do I have all these tiny black dots?” you are not...

Teen Acne: What Parents Need to Know About Acne Products

Y’all, I’m getting old. One of my clients, who I started seeing before she could even drive, is getting married this weekend. She went away...

Perioral Dermatitis vs Acne Around Mouth: How to Tell

If you have small red bumps, red spots, or a stubborn rash around the mouth area, it is very easy to assume it is acne....
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