News Releases

The American Academy of Dermatology issues news releases to keep the public up-to-date on significant research advances, new treatment options and other newsworthy events in dermatology. The following links take you to news releases that communicate information about acne.

New Oral Acne Medications Poised to Benefit Patients
August 4, 2007

High-Tech Acne Treatments Light the Way for Future Long-Term Solution to Common Skin Condition
February 2, 2007

American Academy of Dermatology Commends Senators for Addressing iPLEDGE Program Concerns
June 23, 2006

Unclogged Pores: What’s New in the Treatment of Acne
November 2, 2005

American Academy of Dermatology Issues Statement in Response to FDA Approval of iPLEDGE Program for Isotretinoin
August 23, 2005

Advancing the Treatment of Skin Conditions at the Speed of Light
July 21, 2005

The Stubborn Truth About Acne
February 21, 2005

Millions of Women Facing Adult Acne
July 30, 2004


Acne Patients Seeing the Light: New Laser Therapy Prevents Acne from Graduating to Scars
February 9, 2004

American Academy of Dermatology Association Urges FDA to Crack Down on Internet Sales of Isotretinoin
February 2, 2004


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Moisturizers can play a key role in acne treatment. If your dermatologist recommends a moisturizer, choose one labeled “noncomedogenic.” Moisturizers used during the day also should contain sunscreen.


 
 

 

 
 

 

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