Center for Young Women's HealthAcne is caused by clogged pores (also called hair follicles), which are small openings in the skin through which hair grows. Deep inside each follicle is a hair shaft attached to … read more
Articles Tagged: acne
I have used treatment for small pimples on my face but they haven’t gone away yet. What kind of creams and soaps should I use so they will disappear?
It is common to have breakouts during the teen years. There are many over-the-counter medicines (no prescription needed) that fight acne. Products come in soaps, cleansing pads, creams, gels, or lotions. … read more
I just used an acne over the counter cleanser with 5% benzoyl peroxide. After using it for the first time my skin felt a little irritated…
It’s not uncommon to have mild skin irritation after using a new skin product for the first time. If your skin continues to be irritated or it gets worse, tell … read more
I have a pimple near my vagina. I do not shave my pubic hair and I have never had any type of sexual intercourse. What may be wrong?
It’s hard to know what has caused the pimple near your vagina. Since you are not sexually active, it is not due to a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Although many … read more
I have acne. In the last 3-4 months it has gotten worse and now I have been told that I have “cystic” acne. The pimples are mostly on my forehead and nothing is helping to make them go away. My periods are very irregular. Could my symptoms be related?
Cystic acne (breakouts that are large, red, deep in the skin, and sometimes painful) can occur when pores in the skin become clogged which leads to inflammation and sometimes infection. … read more
I’ve had acne since the 4th grade and it started to get better but now I’m in 8th grade and I’m getting more on my face, back, and chest. What do I do?
Acne (also known as “pimples”) is very common among teenagers, young adults and even older adults. Just about every teen will have a breakout at some point. Having to deal … read more
I have never had sex but I have multiple bubble like bumps on my inner labia. What do you think it is?
There can be a few different reasons why you might have “bubbles” or bumps on your inner labia. The multiple tiny bumps may be a condition called papillomatosis which is … read more
I know that I have to wash my face, but is there any other way to get rid of acne without using medications?
Yes, there are things you can do to care for your skin and there are also things you should avoid that can irritate your skin and cause acne. Talk to … read more
I have bad pimples on my legs. Is this normal and how do I get rid of them?
Pimples on your legs can be caused from a variety of things. For example: you could be reacting to a certain kind of material that your pants or jeans are … read more
I have pimples near my vagina…what’s happening?
If you shave your pubic hair, it’s entirely possible that the bumps that look like pimples could be caused from ingrown hairs. If this is the case, it’s best not … read more