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Teen Acne Treatments

You've have never had so many weapons at your disposal in the war against pimples as you do right now. Of course, understanding these options is critical to putting them to work for you.

For one, there's benzoyl peroxide. Any time someone talks about acne that term is bound to come up.

The good news is, benzoyl peroxide works. It's a clinically proven ingredient. That's why you'll find it in most non-prescription teen acne treatments, whether they're gels, creams, lotions or cleansers. Benzoyl Peroxide has been used in acne treatment for more than 40 years, and it's one of the only over the counter ingredients that targets bacteria as well as the other factors that cause teen acne. In non-prescription form, treatments offer concentrations of 2.5%, 5% and 10% benzoyl peroxide. More aggressive prescription medications contain different (typically higher) concentrations as well. Studies have shown that when used properly, treatments with lower concentrations of benzoyl peroxide are just as effective as higher concentrations; however may cause fewer common side effects like dryness or redness - which can usually be managed with an oil-free moisturizer. Benzoyl peroxide is  a great place to start- along with a skincare routine that you follow consistently. 

If your acne is really severe, there are more extreme solutions including prescription drugs, laser treatments and (experimental) blue light therapy. Talk to your dermatologist about these treatment options.

And whatever you do, use teen acne good prevention and control habits. Because the best way to zap zits is to prevent them from showing up in the first place! Following are a few simple practices than can help you minimize your breakouts.

Proactiv

Proactiv, the world's #1 acne system, uses Combination Therapy® to directly target the root causes of acne - bacteria, oil production, and dead skin cell build up - to heal and soothe acne-prone skin. Developed by leading dermatologists, Drs. Katie Rodan and Kathy Fields, Proactiv clears existing blemishes, treats inflammation and redness, and prevents new breakouts before they start.

Get the smooth, clear, healthy-looking skin you deserve with Proactiv.