Dealing with cystic acne can be painful and scarring — physically and mentally. Cystic acne gets its name from cysts, which ...

Cystic-acne sufferers know that a cyst is not the same beast as your garden-variety pimple. While whitehead pimples sit on the surface of the skin (which, though unsightly, means they’re easier ...

Acne is a skin condition that affects millions worldwide, manifesting in various forms from the mild and somewhat annoying ...

I don't know whether to treat my period acne as guests or annoying pests. I'm familiar with balancing my hormones, but even ...

Is it fungal acne? A cyst? Skin cancer? And even though 99 percent of the time you know you're making a mountain out of a bug bite, so to speak, you still want to know what's going on, right?

Keeping tabs on your menstrual cycle and then adjusting your skincare as needed can help prevent pre-period flare-ups. For example, if you only have hormonal acne before your period try using benzoyl ...

So, we spoke to leading consultant dermatologist Dr Anjali Mahto, to help explain the differences between cystic and hormonal acne – and suggest some of the best treatments available to you ...

Overall, though: “They are most effective for superficial pimples and may not work as well on deeper or cystic acne lesions,” says Dr. McTighe. “Hydrocolloid pimple patches work best on ...

Tempted to pop that annoying zit? See what happens when you do, and why your best bet is it to leave it be!