Articles Index

Accutane
Isotretinoin - better know as Accutane - can be an valuable treatment option for those with severe acne, but it's not for everyone. Learn more about isotretinoin, its effectiveness, how it works, and if isotretinoin might be right for you.

All About Exfoliation
What is exfoliation? Why is exfoliation so important in treating acne? Learn the basics of exfoliation and the exfoliating acne treatments are available.

Treating Acne with Spironolactone
Spironolactone is an acne treatment for hormonal breakouts. Learn more about this acne treatment medication, its side effects, and if spironolactone may be the right acne treatment for your hormonal acne.

Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzoyl Peroxide and Acne Treatments - Learn about benzoyl peroxide in acne treatments. Find out how it works, usage directions, and possible side effects.

Treating Back Acne
Back acne can be harder to treat that facial acne, but with the right treatments you can get significant clearing. Learn how to treat back acne, and acne on the body, and which medications are most often used to treat back acne.

Topical Antibiotics for Acne
Topical antibiotics are popular and effective acne treatments. Learn more about how topical antibiotics work, and if they may be right for your acne.

Treatment of Acne
Acne Treatments - Learn more about acne treatment options. Research available over the counter products, topical medications, systemic therapies, and procedures commonly used to treat acne.

BenzaClin
BenzaClin gel has the power of two acne-fighting ingredients in one acne treatment - benzoyl peroxide and topical clindamycin Learn more about this prescription acne treatment, how BenzaClin works, and common BenzaClin side effects.

Retin A
Retin A - Retin A for Acne Treatment. Retin A is a powerful acne treatment medication. Learn more about how it works, common usage directions, and possible side effects. Also, get tips on how to make the most of your Retin A acne treatments.

Treatments for Severe Acne
Acne Treatments - Many treatment options are available for those with severe or cystic acne. Learn about the most effective systemic treatment medications for severe acne.

Treatments for Mild Acne
Acne Treatments - There are many treatment options for those with mild acne. Learn about the most effective over-the-counter products for treating mild acne.

Treatments for Moderate Acne
Acne Treatments - There are many treatment options available for those with moderate acne. Learn about the most effective topical prescription medications for treating moderate acne.

Accutane Side Effect - Depression
Accutane, the powerful acne treatment medication, has many side effects, including increased risk of depression, psychosis, and suicidal behavior. Learn more about the psychiatric side effects of Accutane.

Light Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are popular and effective acne treatments. Learn more about chemical peels, using chemical peels as an acne treatment, and what to expect from your chemical peel.

Photodynamic Therapy
Acne Light Treatments - What's new in the world of acne light treatments? Learn about photodynamic therapy (PDT) for moderate to severe inflammatory acne.

Salicylic Acid Acne Treatments
Salicylic Acid Acne Treatments - Treating Acne with Over-the-Counter Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid is a popular and effective acne treatment, especially for those with blackheads and whiteheads. Learn how salicylic acid works, common usage directions, and possible side effects.

Oral Contraceptives
Birth Control Pills and Acne Treatments - Do birth control pills really help clear acne? Learn more about how and why oral contraceptives are used in the treatment of acne.