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All About Acne

All About Acne provides independent, balanced and factual information on all aspects of acne to the general public, media, healthcare professionals and the patient.

Established in 2003, All About Acne reinforces that acne is a medical condition; highlighting the importance of seeking medical help and the range of safe and effective treatment options available.

The All About Acne team is a group of health and medical experts from across Australia who have an interest in the management of acne. Members donate their time and expertise in order to provide the most up-to-date, practical and relevant information on acne-related matters.

All About Acne panel members do not receive payment or incentives in any form, in order to preserve the independence of their professional opinion.

AAA is funded by unrestricted educational grants from a small fold of sponsors.

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Natural Treatments for Acne - Complementary Therapies - All About Acne

Do complementary therapies or natural treatments work for acne? We’ve reviewed some of the popular therapies that have been shown to improve your skin.

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Acne Medication - Medicine for Pimples - All About Acne

There’s a range of safe & effective acne medication. Each person will need treatment according to their type of pimples and their individual circumstances.

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Severe Cystic Acne - Managing Severe Acne - All About Acne

If you have large, deep, solid & painful lumps under your skin, you may have severe cystic acne. Here are some tips and information to help you manage it.

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Combination Treatments For Acne - Fixed Combination - All About Acne

Some acne treatments work to unblock pores while others decrease oil production & bacteria in the skin. Get the right combination treatment for your skin.

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Acne on Chest - Mike’s Acne Story - All About Acne

Mike was embarrassed by the acne on his chest and back but after acne treatment he felt like a new person. Find out Mike's story here.

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Skin Care For Acne - Acne Skin Care Tips - All About Acne

Everyone's skin is different, but a simple acne skincare routine is always best. Here are three main steps to follow (that won’t break the bank).

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New study finds topical vitamin-D acne cream just as effective as retinoid acne gels  - All About Acne

A new study published in Dermatologic Therapyinvolving 40 patients, found that a vitamin-D based acne cream was just as effective as retinoid (vitamin A) gel, a well-recognised and commonly used acne treatment for those with persistent acne

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Cosmetic Treatments For Acne - Acne Light Therapy - All About Acne

There’s now a range of acne light therapies and other cosmetic treatments that may be an option for some people with acne and acne scarring.

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Seeing A Doctor - All About Acne - Australia

When pimples start interfering with your enjoyment of life, it’s definitely time to see an acne doctor to get medical advice for your acne.

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Types Of Acne - Types of Pimples - All About Acne

Acne for some is only a few small pimples, while for others it can be large, deep, painful cysts. Here's how to manage your type of acne.

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