Treatments Archives

Antibiotic Resistance in Acne Treatment

Antibiotic Treatment for Acne Is Worsening the Worldwide Problem of Antibiotic Resistance

Information on this Outdated and, at Best, Temporary Acne Treatment

Salicylic Acid Is a Common Acne-Fighting Ingredient That Helps Unclog Pores and Reduce Inflammation, but It Only Works Partially to Clear the Skin

Taking 30 mg of Oral Zinc per Day May Help. Topical Zinc Has Less Evidence Behind It.

Egg Whites Have Not Been Studied as an Acne Treatment, but They Do Demonstrate Medicinal Properties That Might Affect Acne

(1) Meditation/Yoga/Hypnosis, (2) Acupuncture, (3) Healthy Diet, and (4) Exercise Might Help

The Biggest Difference Is that Females Can Elect to Use Oral Contraceptives and/or Anti-androgens

Witch Hazel Is Mildly Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory, But We Don’t Have Enough Evidence to Know if It Will Help with Acne

Yes, It Should. Cold Is Powerfully Anti-Inflammatory.

Olive Oil May Be Beneficial for Overall Healthy Skin, but May Not Be Safe for Acne-prone Skin