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About Acne Articles Show All
Pregnancy
Alternative Treatment Options for Acne During Pregnancy
Light Therapy and Laser Therapy May Be Safer, but Both Can Reduce Folic Acid Levels. Proceed with Caution and Always Consult Your Physician.
Sun Exposure
Here's How Much Sunscreen You Should Apply
It's More than You Think. People Generally Use Only 1/4 of What Is Recommended.
Cystic Acne
Do Hormones Cause Cystic Acne?
Yes, Hormones Play an Important Role in the Development of Cystic Acne in Both Males and Females, and Often the Treatment of Cystic Acne in Females
Shaving
Are Aftershaves Safe to Use on Acne-Prone Skin?
Some Aftershaves are Safe to Use, but Make Sure They Are Alcohol-free
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At Home Treatments
Can Applying Toothpaste to the Skin Treat Acne?
Probably Not, and Fluoride-Containing Toothpaste in Particular May Be Irritating
Retinoids
Do Topical Retinoids Increase Sensitivity to the Sun?
Retinoids (Tretinoin, Adapalene, Tazarotene) Can Irritate the Skin, Especially in the First Few Weeks, Which Might Make Sunburns Worse
Oral Contraceptives
Hormonal Treatment for Acne
It Can Help Females, but There Are Limitations Regarding Women Who Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
At Home Treatments
Can an Egg White Mask Help Your Acne?
Egg Whites Have Not Been Studied as an Acne Treatment, but They Do Demonstrate Medicinal Properties That Might Affect Acne
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