June is Acne Awareness Month, and there is no better time to learn about this common skin condition, its causes, and treatments. According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, about 50 million Americans have acne yearly. On the global scale, acne affects 9.4% of the population and about 85% of persons between 12 to…
According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), acne is the most common skin condition in the US. Acne can often be a debilitating skin condition, having a big impact on confidence with teens and adults alike. A common myth is that acne goes away as we age. While some may experience their acne subsiding in age, that is not always the case. In recent years, adult…
It’s, for lack of a better word, rude that many women endure simultaneous zits and wrinkles, isn’t it? The stunning statistic is that a smooth 40%of adults experience acne. And while teenage acne typically lasts five to ten years and goes away in one’s early 20s, adult acne is a chronic condition that can remain…
What is acne? Most people know acne as the annoying blemishes almost everyone has experienced at one time or another. What you may not know is that the pimple that appears on your face is actually the final step of a multiple-step process that Rodan + Fields founders Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields…
When it comes to acne, the adolescent variety, known as acne vulgaris, tends to dominate the discussion and even the market when it comes to products. But as adults’ acne becomes more common, it’s beginning to garner more attention and media coverage —specifically with regard to its emotional complications. Did you know that 40 percent…
It’s been stressful lately! And that stress can show up in unexpected ways, including on your skin. Anxiety and fear, which have become pretty regular feelings for a lot of us given the current situation, trigger a fight or flight response in your body. This fight or flight response releases cortisone, a stress hormone, that…
This year Rodan + Fields dedicated itself to tackling the main skincare issue facing our youth: Teen Acne. We heard the outcry for a Regimen formulated specifically for alleviating and preventing breakouts in teens and young adults. That’s how our founders Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields arrived at our award-winning regimen: SPOTLESS! If…
Is there a secret to avoiding acne? No and, well, yes. As the Doctors say, there is no cure for acne. Genetics and hormones decide who gets it, and when. Teens and adults both deal with hormones that stimulate oil production, which is a part of the acne cycle. And if your genetics make you…
There are some pretty hearty myths out there that seem to survive scientific evidence that proves them wrong. As dermatologists and acne experts, the Doctors believe in knowing the facts so you can address your skin concerns effectively. Acne can be very upsetting for the person who is getting it, it can give them self…
There is some serious love out there for all R+F products, but have you ever wondered which ones are the absolute most popular? Let the Top 10 countdown begin. #10 Radiant Defense Perfecting LiquidThis tinted liquid formula with SPF instantly perfects and protects skin. It’s lightweight, oil-free and comes in six flexible, natural-looking shades. Why it’s…