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The Role of Bacteria in Acne

Acne Bacteria May Turn a Clogged Pore into an Inflamed Pimple

Superficial Peels Exfoliate the Skin and Can Help Clear Acne. Moderate & Deep Peels Can Help Reduce Scarring.

No One Knows, but Scientists Speculate That Humidity Might Play a Role in Acne Development or the Appearance of Acne

Yes, People Who Take Omega-3 Supplements for Acne or Other Purposes Should Not Take More than 2,000 mg per Day

Increases in the Amount of Skin Cells and Skin Proteins May Lead to Clogged Pores

In Both Males and Females, Estrogens Improve Acne by Decreasing the Production of Skin Oil

So Far, Research Isn’t Promising, but Scientists Are Still Testing New Zinc Compounds

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

It Is Unknown, so It May Be Best to Use Alternatives Like Wool or Plastic Anti-static Dryer Balls

Isotretinoin (Accutane®) Works Best for Severe Cystic Acne, but Comes with Serious Side Effects