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Understanding Basic Acne Development

Need straightforward information on acne? This is the place to start. Get the basics to help you make sense of this common skin disease. Learn how and why acne develops, become familiar with its progression and stages, and explore the functions of the hair follicle and how it relates to acne.

Acne in Skin of Color
For those with ethnic skin, acne presents unique challenges.

Newborn Baby Acne
What is newborn baby acne? Learn more about why babies develop acne, baby acne causes, and its treatments.

Acne Mechanica
Acne mechanica is a common form of acne that can occur on the face or body. Learn more about the cause of acne mechanica and it's treatment.

Acne Cosmetica
Acne cosmetica is one of the many types of acne. Learn more about acne cosmetica, its causes and treatment.

Back and Body Acne
Acne occurs on areas other than the face, including the back, chest, and other areas of the body. Learn more about back and body acne, its causes, and treatment options.

What is Acne?
Learn about acne and its development, why acne occurs, and what can be done to control it.

Causes of Acne
What causes acne? Why are some people prone to breakouts while others are not? Learn the 3 causes of acne breakouts.

How Acne Breakouts Develop
What causes a pimple to form? Learn how acne breakouts develop within the pore.

Acne Overview
Get a basic overview of acne, its symptoms and treatments from the ADAM Healthcare Center.

Video of Acne Development
Watch and learn how blackheads, pimples, and cysts are formed with this extraordinary video. Full of interesting tidbits about acne development and prevention.

How Acne Forms
Detailed graphics illustrating how acne breakouts form, from the About.com guide to Dermatology.

Anatomy of Skin Layers
The skin is an interesting and complex organ. Get detailed information about the skin's layers from the About.com guide to Dermatology.

Acne Information from the AAD
Information regarding acne and its treatment from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

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