Understanding Acne

Did you know that you can grab a pack of birth control pills off the shelf on your next drugstore run, or even buy it online and have it…

When you are struggling with red and pus-filled bumps in the center of your face, your first thought is probably to treat them like acne.…

Those of us that have oily skin or are acne prone may be quick to assume that every small dark dot in the pores of our face is a blackhead…

Struggling with persistent pimples that seem to defy acne logic? If you’ve ever experienced small itchy red spots on your skin that didn’t…

When you have acne-prone skin it can feel like you are constantly discovering different types of bumps on your face. From closed comedones to…

Closed comedones are pimples in their earliest stage, small skin colored or white bumps on the skin’s surface that mostly refuse to be popped.…

Unlock the mysteries of open comedones and arm yourself with knowledge and treatments to combat those pesky blackheads.

Classic skin advice? We’ve heard it by now. But here at Acne Club, we’re all about exploring lesser-known ways to care for acne-prone skin.

If you’ve started using a topical retinoid such as tretinoin or adapalene to help clear your acne, you may be in for a rude shock if, instead…

Did the promised pregnancy glow turn out to be a layer of oil and acne? Maybe this is the first time you’ve experienced breakouts like this,…

The pimple that’s been bothering you has finally flattened out, but the color it leaves behind is still going strong.

When pimples start showing up around your mouth and chin, it can be disturbing to have them so front and center on your face. “Why is my mouth…

Are acne scars permanent? While having acne scars is nothing to be ashamed of—many people find that their scars add character to their face…

While most people experience mild to moderate acne at some point in their lives, some of us suffer from a more severe form called cystic acne.

Hormonal acne is a type of acne that occurs as a result of changes in hormone levels, particularly androgens.

There is a saying that strengths and weaknesses are two sides of the same coin. While experiencing acne is hardly something we would have…

Acne neutrality is the concept of taking the focus off of our skin conditions and accepting and normalizing acne as a natural part of human…

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects up to 10 percent of women of reproductive age.