{"id":2064,"date":"2024-06-01T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-01T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/?p=2064"},"modified":"2024-06-10T20:24:44","modified_gmt":"2024-06-10T20:24:44","slug":"what-are-the-different-types-of-acne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Acne, Causes and Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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 <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/media\/stats-numbers\" target=\"_blank\">American Academy of Dermatology Association<\/a>, about 50 million Americans have acne yearly.\u00a0 On the global scale, acne affects <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25597339\/lol\" target=\"_blank\">9.4% of the population<\/a> and about<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.yalemedicine.org\/conditions\/acne#:~:text=Clinical%20trial%20data%20revealed%20that,treatment%20options%20available%20to%20help.%E2%80%9D\" target=\"_blank\"> 85% of persons between 12 to 24 years old<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acne can shatter your self-esteem and leave you feeling stressed. To stay ahead of acne and maintain your skin, it\u2019s important to understand what type of acne you\u2019re dealing with. Don&#8217;t worry; we&#8217;ve got you covered with all the information about acne types, causes, and solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Where_Does_Acne_Most_Commonly_Occur\" >Where Does Acne Most Commonly Occur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Can_Acne_Cause_Scars\" >Can Acne Cause Scars?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#What_are_the_Different_Types_of_Acne_and_Pimples\" >What are the Different Types of Acne and Pimples?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Blackheads\" >Blackheads<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Whiteheads\" >Whiteheads<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Papules\" >Papules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Pustules\" >Pustules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Fungal_Acne_Pityrosporum_Folliculitis\" >Fungal Acne\/ Pityrosporum Folliculitis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Nodules\" >Nodules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Cysts\" >Cysts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#How_Severe_is_Each_Type_of_Acne\" >How Severe is Each Type of Acne?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Mild_Grade_1_Acne\" >Mild (Grade 1) Acne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Moderate_or_Pustular_Grade2_Acne\" >Moderate or Pustular (Grade2 ) Acne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Moderately_Severe_or_Nodulocystic_Grade_3_Acne\" >Moderately Severe or Nodulocystic (Grade 3 ) Acne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Severe_Nodulocystic_Grade_4_Acne\" >Severe Nodulocystic (Grade 4) Acne<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#How_to_Treat_Acne_Depending_on_its_Type\" >How to Treat Acne Depending on its Type<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Acne-Fighting_Ingredients\" >Acne-Fighting Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Benzoyl_Peroxide\" >Benzoyl Peroxide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Salicylic_Acid\" >Salicylic Acid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Azelaic_Acid\" >Azelaic Acid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Retinoids_Vitamin_A_Derivatives\" >Retinoids \/ Vitamin A Derivatives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Skincare_Treatments\" >Skincare Treatments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#When_should_you_see_a_Doctor_to_treat_Acne\" >When should you see a Doctor to treat Acne?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Dont_Let_Acne_Stop_You\" >Don\u2019t Let Acne Stop You!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#Who_is_most_likely_to_have_acne\" >Who is most likely to have acne?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#What_are_the_stages_of_acne\" >What are the stages of acne?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#How_do_I_know_my_acne_type\" >How do I know my acne type?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/what-are-the-different-types-of-acne\/#What_foods_cause_acne\" >What foods cause acne?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Acne\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>What Causes Acne?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acne often develops when your skin pores become clogged with dead skin, oil, bacteria, etc. Factors like fluctuating hormones, ingrown hairs, oily personal care products, greasy\/sugary foods, stress, genetics, and specific medications can trigger or aggravate this disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Does_Acne_Most_Commonly_Occur\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Where Does Acne Most Commonly Occur?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although acne can appear anywhere on your body, they typically occur in areas with the most sebaceous (oil) glands. We&#8217;re talking about your forehead, face, shoulders, chest, and upper back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Acne_Cause_Scars\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Can Acne Cause Scars?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, scarring could be a complication resulting from acne. This is because acne breakouts can go far into your skin to hurt the deeper layers, which puts your body in repair mode, and triggers collagen production to get your skin back to normal. Sadly, your body may get scars when it over\/underproduces collagen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Different_Types_of_Acne_and_Pimples\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>What are the Different Types of Acne and Pimples?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are the different acne\/pimple types:<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blackheads\"><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Blackheads<\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blackheads are enlarged skin pores that have darkened or turned black.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whiteheads\"><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Whiteheads<\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whiteheads (closed comedones) resemble blackheads except that a skin layer closes the pore rather than leaving it open. The bumps are typically flesh or white colored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Papules\"><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Papules<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\"><strong> <\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Papules are small, tender, and raised red or pink bumps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pustules\"><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Pustules<\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are pus-containing pimples that resemble whiteheads and have red rings surrounding them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fungal_Acne_Pityrosporum_Folliculitis\"><\/span><strong>Fungal Acne\/ Pityrosporum Folliculitis<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fungal acne happens when your hair follicles contain too much yeast. It typically comes with inflammation and itchiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nodules\"><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Nodules<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\"><strong> <\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nodules are large, painful, and solid pimples that go deep into your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cysts\"><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cysts<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/skin-problems-and-treatments\/acne\/ss\/slideshow-acne-dictionary\"><strong> <\/strong><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are pimples that are filled with pus and can cause acne scars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Severe_is_Each_Type_of_Acne\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>How Severe is Each Type of Acne?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to dermatologists, acne can be mild, moderate, or severe. We&#8217;ve explained the grades of acne below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mild_Grade_1_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Mild (Grade 1) Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whiteheads and blackheads are the typical mild acne types, although mild acne may also include a few pustules and papules. You can clear them up with over-the-counter topical meditations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moderate_or_Pustular_Grade2_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Moderate or Pustular (Grade2 ) Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Papules and pustules are moderate acne forms and may or may not go away with over-the-counter medicines. Generally, a dermatologist will have to prescribe topical or oral medications to clear up the widespread ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moderately_Severe_or_Nodulocystic_Grade_3_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Moderately Severe or Nodulocystic (Grade 3 ) Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many pustules and papules with occasional inflammatory nodules characterize moderately severe acne. This grade of acne can affect your back and chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Severe_Nodulocystic_Grade_4_Acne\"><\/span><strong>Severe Nodulocystic (Grade 4) Acne<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like moderately severe\/nodulocystic acne, this acne grade comprises numerous inflamed nodules and pustules. However, they&#8217;re also painful and large.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Treat_Acne_Depending_on_its_Type\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>How to Treat Acne Depending on its Type<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we mentioned above, the severity and type of acne you have will determine your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/public\/diseases\/acne\/diy\/types-breakouts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">treatment plan<\/a>. Here&#8217;s what to expect for different kinds of acne:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acne-Fighting_Ingredients\"><\/span><a><\/a><a><\/a><a><\/a><strong>Acne-Fighting Ingredients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These ingredients are commonly used for treating whiteheads, blackheads, and papules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benzoyl_Peroxide\"><\/span><strong>Benzoyl Peroxide<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/science-of-skincare\/how-benzoyl-peroxide-treats-acne\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"162\">Benzoyl peroxide<\/a> is a common OTC medication that you can use to fight acne-causing bacteria. Many times, benzoyl peroxide comes as a wash or leave-on gel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salicylic_Acid\"><\/span><strong>Salicylic Acid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Salicylic acid is one of the common OTP medications for acne. It typically comes in lotion or cleanser and helps to exfoliate your damaged skin&#8217;s top layer\/dead skin cells to keep your hair follicles from being clogged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Azelaic_Acid\"><\/span><strong>Azelaic Acid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Natural azelaic acid is present in cereal, including rye, barley, and wheat. It lessens edema while also eradicating skin-surface bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Retinoids_Vitamin_A_Derivatives\"><\/span><strong>Retinoids \/ Vitamin A Derivatives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/blog\/doctors-notes\/how-retinoids-reduce-wrinkles-in-anti-aging-products\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"617\">retinoids<\/a> help eliminate white and blackheads. They also help to avoid clogged pores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skincare_Treatments\"><\/span><a><\/a><a><\/a><strong>Skincare Treatments<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rodan + Fields has two skincare regimens that address acne, formulated with ingredients that deliver results:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rodan and Fields&#8217; UNBLEMISH Regimen<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rodanandfields.com\/en-us\/shop\/unblemish-regimen\/p\/HUNRJ001BEST\">Rodan and Fields&#8217; UNBLEMISH regimen<\/a> fixes adult acne. 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It also leverages the power of BP02 technology to prevent new breakouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_see_a_Doctor_to_treat_Acne\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>When should you see a Doctor to treat Acne?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is you don&#8217;t always need a prescription to treat acne, especially mild ones. However, it&#8217;s time to see your general healthcare provider or board-certified dermatologist when your acne is severe, or OTC treatments are ineffective. 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For severe ones, be sure to get a prescription from your dermatologist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_most_likely_to_have_acne\"><\/span><strong>Who is most likely to have acne?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Acne can affect anyone. However, it&#8217;s usually at its peak during the adolescent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_stages_of_acne\"><\/span><strong>What are the stages of acne?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are four stages of acne \u2014 comedones, papules, pustules, and cysts. 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