Acne
Isn’t puberty supposed to end at some point?


Acne
How to Tell the Difference Between Hormonal Acne and Regular Ol’ Zits
Plus, how to get those stubborn breakouts under control.

Acne
I’m a Grown-Ass Adult—Why Is Chin Acne Still Ruining My Life?
Dermatologists explain those frustrating breakouts—and how to treat them.

Sexual & Reproductive Health
Here’s What PCOS Acne Looks Like—and How to Treat It
You’re not imagining it: These pimples are a special kind of stubborn.

Ask a Derm
My Zits Seem to Go Away Faster When I Wear Makeup. Is That Possible?
Here’s why your skin might look better after regularly using foundation and concealer.

Skin
How to Get Rid of a Deep, Painful Cystic Pimple
Your usual zit-zapping strategies probably won’t work for these stubborn bumps.

Skin
3 Things to Do If You Just Mauled a Small Pimple and Now Have a Gaping Wound on Your Face
Keeping the area as moist and protected as possible is key.

Acne
How to Prevent and Treat Butt Zits, According to Dermatologists
Because it actually is a little bit different than battling breakouts on your face.

Acne
Hypochlorous Acid Spray Is the Only Thing That Keeps My Acne-Prone Skin Clear in the Summer
My face is smoother—and way less red—thanks to this holy grail.
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Skin Health
How to Tell If You Have a Lip Zit or a Cold Sore
They can look a ton alike—but there are subtle differences.

Beauty
Glycolic Acid Can Give You Glowier Skin—But There Are Rules
Dermatologists explain exactly how–and when—to use it in your routine.

Acne
The Mental Health Effects of Acne Are Very, Very Real
Feeling bad about breakouts isn’t shallow—especially if they’re messing with your quality of life.


Beauty
A Dermatologist Says This Common Shower Mistake Can Cause Body Acne
The one tip back zits don’t want you to know.

Acne
Is My Skin ‘Purging,’ or Is Something Else Causing This Annoying Breakout?
Retinol, acids, and other potent ingredients can make things worse before they get better.
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Acne
Keke Palmer Is Just Like Us, Would Love for Someone to Cure Adult Acne Already
“I’m tired of it. I’m done with it.”


Contraception
10 Things That May Happen to Your Body When You Stop Birth Control
Pay close attention to your skin, period, and sex drive.


Skin Health
Does Red Light Therapy Actually Reduce Wrinkles?
What about acne and redness? We asked experts.

Skin Health
Here’s What Niacinamide Can—and Can’t—Do for Your Skin
It’s everywhere for (some) good reasons.

Acne
Tried Every Acne Treatment? Here’s Why You Should Consider This Gentle Acid Next
It’s super safe to use, for one.

Acne
The 20 Best Derm-Approved Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin
Yes, even oily skin needs moisturizer.
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Acne
What You Need to Know About Fungal Acne, Including How to Treat It
Typical acne products won’t get rid of this stuff.