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Acne

Isn’t puberty supposed to end at some point?

Here’s How to Tell Which Type of Acne You Have

The symptoms can be all over the place.

How to Tell the Difference Between Hormonal Acne and Regular Ol’ Zits

Plus, how to get those stubborn breakouts under control.

I’m a Grown-Ass Adult—Why Is Chin Acne Still Ruining My Life?

Dermatologists explain those frustrating breakouts—and how to treat them. 

Here’s What PCOS Acne Looks Like—and How to Treat It

You’re not imagining it: These pimples are a special kind of stubborn.
Ask a Derm

My Zits Seem to Go Away Faster When I Wear Makeup. Is That Possible?

Here’s why your skin might look better after regularly using foundation and concealer.

How to Get Rid of a Deep, Painful Cystic Pimple

Your usual zit-zapping strategies probably won’t work for these stubborn bumps.

3 Things to Do If You Just Mauled a Small Pimple and Now Have a Gaping Wound on Your Face

Keeping the area as moist and protected as possible is key.

How to Prevent and Treat Butt Zits, According to Dermatologists

Because it actually is a little bit different than battling breakouts on your face.

Hypochlorous Acid Spray Is the Only Thing That Keeps My Acne-Prone Skin Clear in the Summer

My face is smoother—and way less red—thanks to this holy grail.

How to Tell If You Have a Lip Zit or a Cold Sore

They can look a ton alike—but there are subtle differences.
Beauty

Glycolic Acid Can Give You Glowier Skin—But There Are Rules

Dermatologists explain exactly how–and when—to use it in your routine.

The Mental Health Effects of Acne Are Very, Very Real

Feeling bad about breakouts isn’t shallow—especially if they’re messing with your quality of life.

Why You Should Never, Ever Pop a Nose Pimple

Allow us to introduce you to the triangle of death.
Beauty

A Dermatologist Says This Common Shower Mistake Can Cause Body Acne

The one tip back zits don’t want you to know.

Is My Skin ‘Purging,’ or Is Something Else Causing This Annoying Breakout?

Retinol, acids, and other potent ingredients can make things worse before they get better.

Keke Palmer Is Just Like Us, Would Love for Someone to Cure Adult Acne Already

“I’m tired of it. I’m done with it.”
Health

Here’s How to Get Rid of a Giant Zit as Fast as Possible

Whatever you do, don’t squeeze it.

Is Dermaplaning Actually Safe for Your Skin? 

You may not want to try this at home.

10 Things That May Happen to Your Body When You Stop Birth Control

Pay close attention to your skin, period, and sex drive.

Does Red Light Therapy Actually Reduce Wrinkles?

What about acne and redness? We asked experts.

Here’s What Niacinamide Can—and Can’t—Do for Your Skin

It’s everywhere for (some) good reasons.

 Tried Every Acne Treatment? Here’s Why You Should Consider This Gentle Acid Next

It’s super safe to use, for one.

The 17 Best Acne Treatments, According to Dermatologists

Stubborn acne can pop up any time.

15 Things That Will Actually Help You Get Rid of Blackheads

Enough is enough!

Here’s Why You Can’t Get Rid of Your Bacne

And what you should do to treat it. 

What You Need to Know About Fungal Acne, Including How to Treat It

Typical acne products won’t get rid of this stuff.