What Causes Acne and How To Treat It - Dermatologist Perspective

In this video, we discuss what causes acne and how to treat it.

Once you understand how acne forms, you can choose products that target the underlying cause!

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[saraisrandom]

Im having adult acne and i want to cry

[humzachoudry]

From video:
EXCUSE the spelling
Acne:
1. caused by increase in oil production (oil blocks pores)-> "stickness" skin cell cohesiveness-> bacterial overgrowth -> inflammation
2. increased oil production aka sebum
3. stopping oil production is difficult. But you can keep oil from clogging your pores
4. stop oil production
1. niacinamide and green tree extract can decrease oil production for some.
2. ORAL prescription can also reduce oil production.
3. Salicylic acid can help get rid of oil but not decrease
4. *Don't over scrub your skin. harsh exfoliants. irritation = produce more oil. (astringent, alcohol) - not good.
5. decrease pore obstruction. pore obstruction = causes bacteria to build up.
1. retinoid - flakiness and "purging" expected for a few weeks, a good sign because that is what this vitamin is supposed to be doing.
2. aha, glycolic acid and other bha's
6. decrease bacterial overgrowth
1. benzol peroxide
2. syclic acid, glycolic acid, azelaic acid will also have some antibacterial effects
7. decrease inflammation
1. other things above will get it done. But for a specific targets to inflammation do below.
2. nicinamiade, retinoids
8. *retinoids target 3 out of the 4 of the acne process above.

[masonthieu]

Dr. Shah and Dr. Maxfield, thanks so much for making these videos and sharing your knowledge! Seeing a dermatologist may not be financially feasible for me right now, and I’m sure for many others too, so these videos are invaluable to me. Now, I at least know where to start!

[Ashrune]

I regret picking at my acne when I was younger.

Be gentle with your skin folks.

[nicoenerlan]

So so so so happy that Hyram recommended this channel.

[brendaortega]

You guys explain things in a way that people can really understand a subject so important like acne that is often really bad understood!! Just sent this to a few of my friends, thank you

[lovelikebecca]

You guys should do a video on what acne “means” depending on where on the face/body it’s located. That would be a great one to watch!! Thank you for all the valuable content you two put out there for us!! Greatly appreciate it!

[katelynclayton]

I wish I could find a dermatologist in my area that was this passionate about my acne. I would have SO much more hope in my skin.

[tashpendlebury]

So glad I found your channel guys! I’ve just finished binge watching most of them! I (and a lot of other people I assume) would love a video of a detailed skincare routine for acne prone skin with product recommendations. For example, what cleanser, treatment and protectant to use (for oily, acne prone skin) That would be so incredibly helpful! 🥰

[lindsayturk]

Like another commenter said, please talk about the role SUGAR CONSUMPTION plays in acne! I have been under the treatment of a dermatologist from age 10, due to terrible cystic acne that runs in my family. I've done everything...accutane, doxycycline, retin-a, and so many more. Then I read somewhere in a book that cutting down on sugar would help. Within a day or two of cutting out sweets, my acne situation improved more than it ever had with any of the prescriptions. Had I known this earlier it would have saved me from the years of embarassing skin problems and the terrible scarring I now have on my face. Why don't more dermatologists talk about this?

[breannahoffman]

Thank you guys so much! I feel like I’ve been stuck as far as what to use and why I’m using it but you guys actually took the time to break it down and explain (with this video and others) what each product is targeting and what I need to add! Thank you!

[Sabrinafolt]

This was so helpful.
Hi, I’m from Germany and here going to a dermatologist is not very common.
It is also very hard to get an appointment and if you get one the dermatologists can’t really help you a lot .
I’m so thankful that there are people like you who want to help others and are not all about the money.

[marinaecheverria]

As someone who has acne I appreciate this so much, keep it up! Can’t wait for your future videos.

[erendiraloredomora]

First thing of all I wanted to say THANK YOU, your channel has helped me a lot with my acne half of my face is cleared up already and the products you have recommended such as salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide have been such a game changer. Thank you so much for all your help, I really appreciate it.

[jerrel.writes]

This is the best video describing acne on YouTube. Thank you handsome gentlemen

[MaisyDaisy]

Thank you both so much for sharing your knowledge with us! I have taken notes from this video, and I feel confident that I'm going to beat this dang cystic acne that just won't go away (even after I completely changed my diet to whole foods). As soon as I can, I'm going to see a dermatologist. Thank you!

[norazeisse]

I’ve tried all the things they just recommended over the counter. I’m finally going to a dermatologist on Friday and I’m so excited.

[lilywilliams]

Love the content! As someone who’s suffered with acne for years, could you maybe make a video on a good (reasonably priced) skin care routine? Thanks!

[jessymorel]

Love using tumeric, has lighten up my acne scars the dark marks it has left every time I do an Aztec clay mask, I've seen a massive difference 🖤🖤 I'm gone be a future esthetician, hoping to be as properly educated as you two, you know your stuff

[carter]

I'm so excited that you were in Hyram's video and I found you! I am a science oriented person (just took my MCAT today) and am excited to learn from you. I just started my second round of Accutane today, 8.5 years after my first round which cured my acne for 5 years, and would love a video about tips and products to minimize side effects. Accutane was the only thing that could fix my acne the first time and now that I have mild acne again and have tried everything topical again I'm happy to get back to clear skin.