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How long does it take for a pimple to develop?

This would be a good game show question because the answer is tricky…

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5 Things I Learned about Adult Acne

My run-in with adult acne taught me about medicine, mental health, and myself.

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Survey: Most Canadian acne patients have scarring

First ever survey of Canadian acne patients shows most have scarring and pigmentation changes.

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How to Minimize Facial Pores

One of the top Googled acne questions this year was “How can I minimize the look of facial pores?”

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Can Beer cause Acne?

Ever been too shy to ask your doctor a question? Dermatologists with the Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada (ARSC) have some answers about acne for you.

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How do birth control pills help with acne?

For women under the age of 35 who have moderate acne that is partly caused by a hormonal imbalance, certain birth control pills can help and offer a long term solution.

Take the Acne Quiz

Test your acne knowledge. You may be surprised at some of the answers…

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