Acne Myths
Acne Myths
- posted: Dec. 04, 2024
(Note: This blog post is not meant to provide diagnosis or treatment. It is only meant to present general ideas. You will need to see a board-certified dermatologist for proper care of acne)
1) Scrubbing more aggressively or putting on extra layers of my acne medicine will clear my skin.
TRUTH: The methods above can cause more inflammation which can lead to a worsening of acne
2) Accutane has horrible side effects and is dangerous.
TRUTH: Accutane is a serious medication and is only right for certain types of acne and yes it does have side effects. But, most of the time, if managed properly, it can be taken with mild side effects. It is a complicated medication and should only be managed by a board-certified dermatologist.
3) Diet has nothing to do with acne.
TRUTH: Diet does play a role in acne but it can be hard to pinpoint the exact culprit. There is evidence that a low glycemic diet may be helpful in some cases of acne.
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