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Blackheads

​These are open comedones, which are small bumps with a dark spot on top caused by clogged pores.

Whiteheads

These are closed comedones, which are small bumps under the skin that stay closed and look white or skin-colored.

Papules

These are small, red, raised bumps on the skin that don't have any pus.

Pustules

These are small, raised bumps on the skin with a white or yellow centre filled with pus. 

Nodules

These are large, painful, solid lumps under the skin.

Cysts

These are large, painful, pus-filled lumps deep under the skin (not shown).

Treatment Options

There are a variety of treatments available to help manage and reduce acne. These include both over-the-counter and prescription medications, most of which can be prescribed by a pharmacist at Kennedy Pharmacy.

Benzagel

Benzoyl Peroxide

Benzoyl peroxide works by breaking down into parts that attack and kill bacteria on the skin. It also reduces oil and dead skin cells, which helps clear out blocked pores (comedones) and makes the skin peel, getting rid of pimples.

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Differin

Adapalene

Adapalene helps prevent new pimples and blackheads from forming and reduces inflammation. It does this by affecting the skin's natural immune response, making it effective in keeping acne under control.

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Retin-A

Tretinoin

Tretinoin, a form of vitamin A, helps treat acne by promoting the production and growth of skin cells, which helps unclog pores and reduces formation of comedones. 

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Retin-A Micro

Tretinoin

Tretinoin, a form of vitamin A, helps treat acne by promoting the production and growth of skin cells, which helps unclog pores and reduces formation of comedones. The micro formulation of Retin-A offers a gentler and potentially more effective treatment compared to regular Retin-A.

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Arazlo

Tazarotene

​Tazarotene is a form of vitamin A that helps treat acne by targeting a specific part of skin cells called RAR-γ. This helps clear pimples, reduce redness, and lighten dark spots. Trifarotene also helps keep the skin hydrated and makes skin cells stick together better, making it unique compared to other similar treatments.

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Aklief

Trifarotene

Trifarotene is a form of vitamin A that helps treat acne by targeting a specific part of skin cells called RAR-γ. This helps clear pimples, reduce redness, and lighten dark spots. Trifarotene also helps keep the skin hydrated and makes skin cells stick together better, making it unique compared to other similar treatments.

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Biacna

Clindamycin + tretinoin

Tretinoin helps treat acne by promoting the production and growth of skin cells, which helps unclog pores and reduces formation of comedones. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that reduces inflammation and stops bacteria growth on the skin. Together, these ingredients help clear up pimples, reduce redness, and prevent new acne from forming.

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Benzaclin/Clindoxyl

Clindamycin + BPO

Benzoyl peroxide helps kill acne-causing bacteria and removes dead skin cells that can clog pores, while clindamycin is an antibiotic that reduces inflammation and stops bacteria growth on the skin. Together, these ingredients help clear up pimples, reduce redness, and prevent new acne from forming.

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Benzamycin

Erythromycin + BPO

Benzoyl peroxide helps kill acne-causing bacteria and removes dead skin cells that can clog pores, while erythromycin is an antibiotic that reduces inflammation and stops bacteria growth on the skin. Together, these ingredients help clear up pimples, reduce redness, and prevent new acne from forming.

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TactuPump

Adapalene + BPO

Adapalene is a type of retinoid that helps regulate skin cell growth and prevents pores from becoming clogged. Benzoyl peroxide kills acne-causing bacteria and removes dead skin cells. Together, these ingredients help clear up pimples, reduce inflammation, and prevent new acne from forming.

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Acne

Acne vulgaris usually starts during puberty

Acne is a prevalent skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. It can appear on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders. Acne can affect people of all ages but is most common among teenagers. Factors contributing to acne include hormonal changes, diet, stress, and certain medications.

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