Acne is caused by an inflammation of the oil glands, called
sebaceous glands, which surround the fine hairs on the face.
When more sebum (oil) is produced by these glands, the openings
of the glands become smaller preventing the sebum from escaping.
This is the beginning phase of acne. There are many different
causes as to why this takes place [...]

The teen years are probably the most stressful time in a
person’s life. Adding the downside of acne doesn’t help the
self-esteem of a young adult.
Before puberty begins the body produces hormones called
androgens which cause the oil glands to produce extra oil. This
oil often joins together with dead skin cells. This combination
gets into the pores and traps [...]

For anyone who suffers from acne or just has a break-out every
now and then - it is important to be able to tell the difference
AND know how to deal with the various types of acne.
WHITEHEADS: Whiteheads happen when the pore is blocked, trapping
oil, bacteria and dead skin cells within. This causes the white
appearance on the [...]

When over the counter products don’t work for problematic skin,
acne medication may be the next step to take.
Of course in order to obtain acne medication, you need to visit
a dermatologist. Once the doctor examines your skin and
discusses your heredity and lifestyle, it is probable that an
acne medication will be prescribed. The most common acne
medication is [...]

There are several skin care programs or systems designed to
fight acne through the use of several products. (Such programs
include Proactiv, Obagi and Jan Marini.) What is even more
convenient in starting and maintaining a skin care regimen is
that these skin care products are often combined in a kit. You
just pay one price for several items that [...]

For those with very severe acne who may not want to risk the
side effects of Accutane - there are acne laser treatments
available. These treatments can be very expensive but can be
very effective in treating the worst cases of acne.
There are 2 popular types of lasers used in treating acne:
SMOOTHBEAM
Smoothbeam is a type of laser which [...]

Rosacea is a very common problem yet not many people are aware
of what it is - if they’ve even heard of the term. Not to
mention the fact of those who have this skin disorder yet are
not aware of it.
What is it?
Rosacea is a skin condition that produces a red face (or
blushing) with acne-like effects. Although [...]

When all else fails - most dermatologists will prescibe
Accutane. Accutane is a very powerful oral drug used to cure
severe acne when other methods have failed. This form of acne
medication is usually the last step in fighting the skin
condition because it is the most effective.
Like Retin A, Accutane is a derivative of Vitamin A which
decreases the [...]

“Sir, calm down!” says Dr. Nick Riviera on The Simpsons. “You’re
going to give yourself skin failure!”
Now, you can’t really give yourself skin failure can you?
Well, yeah. Pretty much.
Your skin is an organ, like your brain or your [...]

Although facial acne is more common, acne can develop anywhere
on the body and the back is a no exception. Back acne can occur
in both teens and adults.
Because the back has thousands of pores it is very possible for
acne to develop. Back acne can be any of the following: pimples,
blackheads, whiteheads or cysts. Unfortunately, these conditions
can [...]