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Emotional Effects of acne

Research shows acne can result in significant emotional distress ranging from bad moods...

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3 Important Facts

Research has revealed these facts about the emotional effects of acne: # 1 The...

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Teens and acne

Acne can have some unique and potentially serious psychological and social impacts for...

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Depression and acne

Generally, depression is associated with having more serious forms of acne. Studies in...
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5 Steps to help with acne

If acne is getting you down or affecting your everyday life, there are steps you can take...
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Acne Scars

Up to 55% of teens - 1 in 2 – get some form of scarring on the face due to acne. ...
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Types of Acne Scars

Type #1: Depressed or atrophic acne scars. About 80 to 90% of people with acne scars have...
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Dark Marks After Acne

Some people develop dark marks after acne spots have healed. This is known as...
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Frequently Asked Questions Read FAQs

FAQs

Did you know? Acne scars and aging. Unfortunately, acne scars – particularly the most common depressed, indented type - tend to become more visible as...

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Does having acne scars affect people emotionally? Having noticeable, serious acne scarring on the face has been linked to low self-esteem, anxiety,...

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At what age can scarring begin? Acne scarring can begin in the early teens.

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Can acne scarring be prevented? Yes, in most cases early treatment of acne will control this condition and prevent the development of noticeable...

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