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By acne action staff | April 16th, 2015

Get the latest tips on skincare for acne-prone skin in this great new brochure, Acne – Top 10 skincare Tips (PDF)

Find out:

how to care for acne-prone skin
what to look for in skincare products and cosmetics so that you do not make acne worse
tips on how to use over-the-counter acne treatments.

Stress and acne

Mild to moderate acne can be distressing…

Some people with mild to moderate acne experience psychological symptoms as serious as those associated with severe acne such as anxiety and depression.
Effects of acne felt years later..

Some acne sufferers say the psychological effects associated with this condition, such as hurt and shame, continue to be felt for many years. Experts call this “emotional scarring”.
Acne and your genes

There is a genetic component to acne. One study of teens sufferers found 78% had a close family relative with the condition. Those with a family history are more likely to get it at an earlier age and develop severe acne.