Discover the benefits and potential pitfalls of oil cleansing—an ancient method that's making waves in modern skincare.

Skin microbes do more than coexist—they shape immune responses, repair tissue, and influence gene expression across your ...

There are few things more humbling than a surprise breakout. One minute you’re sealing your skincare routine with a smug ...

Comedonal acne presents as many small papules, the same color as the surrounding skin, that make the skin appear bumpy. Types include whiteheads or closed comedones, blackheads, and open comedones.

Nikki A. Levin, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA. Note: The author reported no actual or potential ...

As a beauty obsessive with oily, acne-prone skin, I have to be very cautious of heavy mixtures that leave particles lodged in my pores instead of keeping them happy and clear. After years of ...

Adult acne can affect females later in life. Hormonal changes, stress, and cosmetic use are just a few of the possible causes of acne that can occur in females in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. Other ...

Several different factors can increase your risk for pimples, including hormones, diet, and stress. Mild acne can often be treated at home with over-the-counter topical medications and prevented with ...

Foods that cause your blood sugar to rise quickly, such as white bread and fries, may worsen acne. Do you avoid eating greasy fries and burgers because you believe they’ll cause new pimples? There may ...