Acne Frequently Asked Questions

Should I Buy Accutane Online?
I found a website that sells Accutane online. It's inexpensive, and I don't even need a prescription! It sounds like an easy way to get Accutane. Should I buy Accutane online?

Does Masturbation Cause Acne?
Does masturbation cause acne, or should it be filed under acne myths? Learn more.

What is Bacne?
What is bacne? Bacne is a term coined to refer to back acne (a sort of hybrid of the words back and acne.) But back acne, or bacne, can be treated. Learn why back and body acne occurs and how it can be treated.

Why does my esthetician squeeze blackheads and blemishes?
When you get a facial, your therapist will do extractions to help get rid of blackheads, but haven't you always been told not to pick at your blackheads and blemishes? Learn why your esthetician extracts blemishes during your acne treatment facial and how proper extractions can help get rid of blackheads.

Why Isn't My Acne Treatment Working?
Why isn't my acne treatment working? Learn what to expect from your acne treatment, and how to decide if your acne treatment is really working.

Why do pimples return when I stop using my acne medicine?
Why does acne come back as soon as you stop using your acne medicine? Does this mean your acne medicine isn't working properly? Learn why your acne returns when you stop using acne treatments and the best way to keep your skin acne free.

Does Toothpaste Treat Pimples?
Many people think toothpaste on pimples as an effective home remedy for acne. Does putting toothpaste on pimples really work? Learn what toothpaste really does for your acne.

Does Tea Tree Oil Treat Acne?
Tea tree oil is a common addition to many acne skin care products. Does tea tree oil really work to treat acne? Learn more about tea tree oil and acne, and if you should try it for your pimples.

Will Medicated Makeup Clear My Acne?
Is medicated makeup an effective acne treatment? Many makeup lines contain salicylic acid. Can you use this medicated makeup in place of another acne treatment? Learn what medicated makeup can and can't do for your acne.

How Can I Remember to Use My Acne Medications?
Have trouble remembering to use your acne treatment medications every day? Make remembering your acne treatments a snap with these simple tips.

Should I Use a Scrub for My Acne?
Before you start scrubbing away at your skin, learn more about scrubs and acne. Are scrubs effective acne treatments, and should you use a scrub to treat your acne?

Does Eating Chocolate Cause Acne?
Does chocolate cause acne? We've all heard the belief that chocolate causes acne. But is it true? Should you avoid chocolate if you have acne?

Will Over-Applying Acne Treatment Medications Clear My Skin Faster?
It's tempting to over-apply your acne treatments. But does it really clear acne faster?

Is There a Cure for Acne?
Many products claim to cure acne fast, or overnight. Do these miracle acne cures really work?

What Causes Acne Scars?
Learn how acne scars form, and how you can minimize your chances of developing scarring.

Frequently Asked Acne Questions
Get answers to the top 5 frequently asked questions about acne.

Acne Myths
There are many myths and misconceptions regarding acne and its development. Learn more about what causes acne, and what does not.

Is Popping Pimples Really Bad for My Skin?
Learn what really happens when you pop or squeeze your pimples.

The Truth About Tanning and Acne
Can tanning cure acne? Get the truth about the sun, tanning beds, and acne.

AAD - Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to some of the most frequently asked acne questions, sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology.

Acne Questions and Answers
Get answers to many questions about acne, from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS).