8 Options for Treating Acne, As Recommended By Dermatologists

We asked dermatologists to break down all the different acne treatments, from face washes to prescription meds. Read on for what they told us.

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 48 words · Kathryn Young

But just because acne is common doesn’t mean you have to grin and bear it.

You have plenty of options for treatment, available both over-the-counter (OTC) and by prescription.

Hormonal acne: what is it, treatment, causes & prevention.

Close up of two bottles of benzoyl peroxide skincare products

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Pile HD, Sadiq NM.Isotretinoin.

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