Mastering the Treatment of Acneic Skin

Written by: Ahmed Abdullah, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S.

Acne is, by far, the most common skin condition in the United States. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology estimates that 85 percent of people will have it at...

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Myths and Realities of Acne

During a recent three-country lecture tour, I happened to attend a conference where a video was being presented, showing a local skin guru performing an acne treatment on what appeared...

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Natural versus synthetic Acne Solutions

Written by: Tina Zillmann, L.E., C.L.H.R.P.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne affects over 40 million Americans. Over $2.2 billion was spent in acne treatment alone in 2004. As skin care professionals, we know...

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Teen Skin

Written by: Linda Gulla

When working with teenage skin, there are various factors to consider. The biggest concern with teenagers is acne. With the approach of puberty, most teenagers become self-conscience of their appearance,...

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The Truth About Acne Cosmetica

Written by: Jennifer Linder, M.D.

Acne cosmetica is a term that was first coined in 1972 by dermatologists Albert M. Kligman and Otto H. Mills to represent the post-adolescent acne they believed was caused by...

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