If you're thinking about trying microdermabrasion at home, there are a few things you should know about the beauty treatment before you begin. Microdermabrasion uses physical exfoliation to slough away the top layer of skin to give it a healthy glow and help increase cell turnover. If you've been to a spa or dermatologist's office for a microdermabrasion treatment, then you may have loved how each and every dead skin cell was removed, leaving you with softer skin, fewer fine lines and even a reduction in acne.

The war against pimples can be ongoing, but some of the best acne products on the market can be found at the drugstore -- for as little as $1. But between the hundreds of acne treatments out there, how do you know which of these acne products really work? That's where our readers come in.

Wondering how to get rid of acne scars? We feel you, girl. Though the lifespan of a pimple is usually about three days, acne scars can last for weeks, months -- or even years. The good news is that there are acne scar treatments and skin-care technologies that can obliterate hyperpigmentation and retexturize skin to make acne scars a thing of the past.

Dealing with acne as an adult is like a cruel joke. Shouldn't acne be something you leave in your past, along with scrunchies and bad taste in boys? And I'm not talking about the monthly hormonal zit or two. I see bright red pimples and inflamed cysts all over my face, all year round.

Blackheads: The word alone is ugly. And the reality of having blackheads on your face is even more unpleasant — so much so that we understand why women are willing to go to great lengths to find out how to get rid of blackheads.

Of U.S. cities, which town is the fairest of them all? No, we're not talking waterfalls and flowers; we're talking people. And since beauty is pretty much in the eye of the beholder, we admit, it's hard to tell which town takes the title. There are so many qualities to consider: good looks (like having beautiful hair or clear skin), fit figures, brains, personality, charisma, sense of humor ... and everyone's preferences are so different. But just for fun, we put good looks way up there.

Do you religiously slather on sunscreen all summer long, only to find a fresh batch of freckles and dark spots come August? Getting -- and keeping -- flawless skin takes more than simply applying SPF (though that is a big part).

Wouldn't it be awesome if acne was like the chicken pox and once you had it, it would never rear its ugly red face again? Instead, acne is more like a weed -- you get it, think you've gotten rid of it, and then it comes back -- again and again -- even when you're supposed to have "outgrown" it.

It's so unfair. You're well past the tumultuous years of high school (ugh, thank god), but you're still dealing with skin problems. Which begs the question: Didn't your skin get the memo that it's time to move on? The quarterback married somebody else and you no longer have the time or patience to worry about acne.

Have you ever wondered what your skin would look like if you could have a dermatologist care for it every day? Just imagine how your skin might transform if you could use every product suggested and have every treatment recommended. Well, these four women got to do just that. We sent them to noted dermatologist, Dr. Ava Shamban and her teams at AVA MD Med Spa in Beverly Hills, Calif. and The Laser Institute in Santa Monica, Calif., to solve their skin issues in 30 days. And now you get to see their results from using key face and body products and undergoing various treatments. Warning: The following pictures might inspire you to head to your local derm's office -- stat!

These days we're all pinching pennies, but compromising how we look to save cash is not an option, right? We thought you'd agree. Luckily, Walmart has some sweet new beauty product finds that TotalBeauty.com readers and editors are digging. Check them out here.

We love the red carpet as much as you do -- watching Hollywood's hottest, chicest, sexiest stars walk the walk and talk the talk. And while we adore the designer dresses, jewels and arm candy, what we'd truly treasure -- forever -- are the secrets to their glowing, gorgeous, flawless skin. That's why we went straight to the pros who know -- top makeup artists, dermatologists and plastic surgeons -- to dish on how you can snag yourself a big screen-worthy complexion. See their advice here.

Wondering what she does to look so good? We found out her secrets to maintaining a flawless face, and we give you full permission to rip them off.

Suffering from adult acne? You are so not alone. Annet King, Director of Training and Development for The International Dermal Institute, says that 54 percent of women over 25 have some acne, and it's most common in women in their 30s. "It's an epidemic in skin care," she says.

Sure, we all get the occasional breakout or dry patch of skin, but if you're suffering from a more serious hair or skin issue then you need serious help. That's why we asked Dr. Heidi Waldorf, director of Laser and Cosmetic Dermatology at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, Arielle N. B. Kauvar, M.D., director of New York Laser & Skin Care, Jerry Teuschler, Principal Scientist for Proctor and Gamble Beauty and Grooming Science, and Head & Shoulders hairstylist Ryan Trygstad to weigh in. They gave advice for the big issues facing TotalBeauty.com readers (per their outreach for help on our message boards and in letters to the editors), so read on for relief from your hair and skin woes.

In a perfect world, we'd all have flawless-looking skin. In reality, few of us are that lucky. However, some of you are fortunate enough to live where the conditions are ideal for skin. We looked at pollution levels, amount of sunshine, tanning beds per capita, humidity, number of smokers, stress, diet and more to find the places best suited for your skin. Check them out, maybe it's time to relocate?

The only thing worse than a painful pimple is a product that can't cure (or worse, irritates) a painful pimple. We scoured your reviews to find the top acne fighters, from drugstore favorites to high-end formulas. Find out if your acne treatment is really the best one out there by reading these product reviews.