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By Victoria Moss, MD As October rolls in and Halloween approaches, let’s expose some spine-chilling skin myths that lurk in the shadows of skincare. Here are a few tricks you should avoid: Skin Myth 1: Tanning is Fine as Long as You Don’t Burn Don’t be fooled—any tan is your skin’s scream for help! UV rays […]
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Why do I have acne? What am I doing wrong?
By Janette Fant, FNP-C Zits, pimples, blemishes, acne. No matter how you phrase it, these nasty little eruptions can ruin our days, weeks, and sometimes even years. A common misconception is that people who have acne must be doing something wrong to cause it. In some cases, this can be true, but in most cases, […]
Teenage Acne: What to Try at Home First
There’s no way around it—the teenage years can bring some additional difficulties. The stress and hormonal changes can bring some uncomfortable changes and a key example is teenage acne. Most of us experience our first pimples during puberty, and acne often continues through the teenage years. In fact, approximately 85% of teenagers will deal with […]
Is Accutane (Isotretinoin) Worth It for Acne?
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, “Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually.” Severity and duration of acne vary widely based on factors such as genetics, hormone changes, puberty, oil imbalance in the skin, stress, poor diet, application of certain cosmetic products, side […]
Acne and Masks
Mask + Acne = Maskne Masks have become a part of our daily lives and for many, that may also mean acne. You aren’t alone and there’s something you can do, at least for your acne. Our Vanguard dermatology team gives you advice on how to take care of your skin. Keep your skin clean […]
Adult Acne and Women: When acne doesn’t go away
By Dr. Maria Sheron Board certified dermatologist Are you a woman with stubborn adult acne despite treatment with topical medications and antibiotics? Do you still have acne after your teens or later in life? Hormonal therapy may help. Hormonal acne may flare around menstrual periods and/or develops in a pattern that favors the jawline […]
Most Commonly Recommended Products for Patients with Acne
For people who have persistent acne, it is a struggle to find the right skincare regimen. There are varying degrees of severity of a person’s acne, from an occasional pimple to cystic acne with large pimples. These can be painful, embarrassing, and cause scarring. Depending on the type and severity of acne, Vanguard’s dermatologists will […]
