Skin Care
The ABCs of AcneEverything you need to know about the causes of and treatments for acne, your most mystifying skin issue |
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"Retinoids work by irritating the skin, which in turn is good because this [causes] exfoliation," says Goldfaden. "They can help clear mild acne by normalizing how skin cells grow and then shed."
Tanzi recommends prescription retinoids over the OTC variety, which don't contain a high enough concentration of retinoic acid to be effective against acne.
Your Rx: Talk to your doctor about trying a retinol prescription; brand-name meds include Retin-A, Tazorac and Differin.
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