Skin Blemish

Individuals turn to chemical peels as a way to turn back the clock and reveal underlying layers of skin that is clear and healthy in appearance. This method is commonly used to treat acne redness, scarring, fine lines and wrinkles that have appeared because of severe breakouts or occur as a result of natural aging [...]

An unwelcome addition to any complexion, acne can impact both your appearance and self-image. While some individuals are lucky enough to experience only the occasional skin blemish, there are others who deal with moderate to severe breakouts on a daily basis. In most cases, these pimples are more than just your average blackhead or whiteheads, [...]

Compared to men, women are more likely to experience acne breakouts. Starting as a teen and continuing into adulthood, many do not seek treatment because there is an expectation they will “grow out of it.” But in reality, the appearance of pimples can increase in frequency, severity and result in scarring if not treated. For [...]

One of the most common forms of skin blemishes is hidden from view and impacts adults more than teenagers. In fact over 54% of women and 40% of men silently suffer from the effects of chest acne. Compared to pimples found on the face, the symptoms, physical effects, psychological impact and treatments are similar in [...]

While blackheads don’t look like a pimple, they are a form of acne. Also called open comedones, they are black or yellowish dots or plugs that appear on the skin surface. While they aren’t as obtrusive as closed comedones or whiteheads, they can still impact the cosmetic appearance of the skin and leave acne scars. [...]

When you go to the dermatologist for the treatment of acne, you are asked to make changes to your facial cleansing products, and given a prescription for an antibiotic, topical cream or both. However, taking an oral antibiotic can cause hesitation because of the associated risk of increasing antibiotic resistance. In this case, consider the [...]

Pimples can not only affect physical appearance, but can influence self-esteem as well – especially when accompanied by acne redness. While acne can strike at any age and can vary in severity, discoloration of the skin can be caused by one pimple or many. All it takes is one mark to impact how a person [...]

Many adults and teenagers rely on the concealing effect of makeup to cover acne. But can face makeup cause pimples instead of just hiding them? Cosmetics have the amazing ability to create flawless, blemish-free skin – even when you are experiencing breakouts. However, they also have the ability to cause pimples. Follow the article below [...]

Did you think your acne would disappear forever once you passed your teenage years? Most commonly seen in women, acne blemishes can return between the age of 25 and 40, and tend to appear on the face, neck and back. Treating skin blemishes as an adult can be as difficult, and in some cases more [...]