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acne on dark skin

How to Treat Acne for Darker Skin

by Dave Lavinsky

Acne treatment for darker skin is the same as that for lighter skin, with some exceptions. Some treatments for acne scars may cause temporary lightening of dark skin. Very dark or black skin may be less well-moisturized than lighter skin, so topicals like benzoyl peroxide that have… MORE

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red skin around acne

What exactly is Acne?

by Ratliff J

What causes acne?

Acne occurs when the hair follicle pores become blocked. The oil called sebum builds up inside the pore and becomes infected with bacteria. When the infection remains under the skin surface, it develops into a whitehead. When the infection partly reaches the surface and… MORE

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