Acne News

Extra weight ups acne risk in teens

Teenage girls who are overweight or obese are significantly more likely to develop acne than their normal-weight peers, a new survey suggests.

Acne linked to thoughts of suicide

Teenage girls with severe acne are twice as likely to think about committing suicide, and boys three times as likely, compared with counterparts with clear skin, a study said.

Teens' stress, acne linked

The largest study ever conducted on acne and stress reveals that teenagers who were experiencing high levels of stress were 23% more likely to have increased acne severity.

Teens would pay to be acne-free

Teens report that they would pay about R2,000 to have never had acne, and are willing to pay considerably more to be acne-free.

Rough better with microdermabrasion

Rough buffing of the skin does a better job of removing acne scars and stimulating healing than a gentler rubbing.

Acne meds may help fight Aids

A cheap acne drug that's been used for decades appears to target infected immune-system cells in which HIV lies dormant before coming back to life and spreading infection.

Acne meds dont raise fracture risk

Patients who take drugs like Accutane and Soriatane for acne and psoriasis don't seem to be at higher risk of breaking bones.

Family history linked to teen acne

Teenagers' odds of developing moderate to severe acne may depend largely on whether their parents had the problem, a new study suggests.

Condom lubricant an acne cure

A condom lubricant designed for sex workers and gay men has become a popular acne cure among female Cambodians.

Acne drug, depression link

Use of isotretinoin, the active ingredient in the acne drug Accutane, apparently more than doubles the risk of depression, according to results of a study.