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Does Taking Oral Isotretinoin Cause the Skin to Age Faster in the Long Term?
Because of a Lack of Long Follow-Up Studies, This Remains Unknown
Treating Acne When You Have Facial Hair
The Shorter the Hair, the Better
Does Physically Irritating the Skin Cause Acne?
Yes, and It Is Such a Well-Known Problem that It Has Its Own Medical Term: Acne Mechanica
Does Physically Irritating the Skin Cause Body Acne?
Yes, and It Can Occur in Anyone – Even Those with Healthy Skin
Does the pH of Your Cleanser Matter?
Yes. Choose a Slightly-acidic Cleanser to Avoid Worsening of Acne.
Does Calamine Lotion Clear Acne?
The Zinc Oxide in Calamine Lotion May Help
Does Benzoyl Peroxide Cause the Skin to Age Faster?
It May or May Not. To Be Extra Safe, Apply an Antioxidant-containing Moisturizer to Your Skin after Treating the Skin with Benzoyl Peroxide.
Hormonal Treatment for Acne
It Can Help Females, but There Are Limitations Regarding Women Who Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
How Sun Exposure Makes Acne Hyperpigmentation Worse
Sun Exposure Triggers Your Skin to Make More Melanin, Leading to More, and Darker, Pigmentation
How Long Does It Take for a Pimple to Form?
2 – 6 Weeks Is the Dermatology Community’s Best Educated Guess