Because acne is a medical problem, it makes sense to talk to someone who deals with medical problems every day—your doctor. He or she can help you find a solution that's right for you.
In the meantime, you can also follow these simple tips to help keep your skin healthy and pimple-free.
Keep It Clean
Use a mild, soap-free, fragrance-free cleanser like Cetaphil® Gentle Skin Cleanser and wash gently, morning and night. There's no need to wash more than twice a day, and you don't want to scrub hard. Also avoid alcohol-based cleansers, which can actually cause irritation and aggravate acne. That's pretty much the last thing you want to do, right?
Be Smart about the Sun
Too much sun is bad for skin anyway. But when you suffer from acne breakouts, it's even worse. So stay out of direct sunlight as much as you can. When you do go out, use a non-clogging sunscreen (it might say “non-comedogenic” on the package) that's specifically formulated for your face, like Cetaphil® Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF 15.
Don't Squeeze!
We know it's tempting, but when you squeeze or pick at pimples, you can actually push the infection deeper into your skin and make matters worse. It can even cause scarring. Not good! Best bet is to leave your pimples alone the best you can.
Think Long-Term
Don't stop after you see short-term results. Acne is a commonly recurring condition, so it's important to continue your treatment. Epiduo® Gel works below the surface to prevent new breakouts from forming where you can't see them.