Skin Problems: Acne Treatment

Treating Acne

Some acne treatments are sold over the counter. Others require prescriptions. Get an overview of acne treatments.

Acne Treatments: Old Versus New

Are newer acne treatments better than the traditional ones? Read what skin experts say.

Accutane

The acne drug Accutane can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Read about the effort to curb Accutane use in pregnant women.

Retinoid Gels for Acne

Prescription retinoid gels may help curb acne, even when they’re taken without oral antibiotics, researchers report.