Saying doctors don't take their cystic acne seriously, women are touting unproven cures on TikTok. Apple-cider vinegar, Vicks VapoRub, and "spot stickers" are among the treatments racking up views.

Cystic acne is one of the most challenging and emotionally draining forms of acne. It’s deep, painful, persistent, and often resistant to the standard routines that work for milder breakouts. For many ...

Dealing with cystic acne can be painful and scarring — physically and mentally. Cystic acne gets its name from cysts, which are pus-filled pimples. They're typically large, painful and set deep in the ...

You know when you have a pimple coming on, especially if it’s cystic. It sits under the skin, just waiting to come to the surface — and other times, it never does rise. It stays under the skin, which ...

Millions of people deal with acne, but those who suffer from cystic acne know how difficult it is to treat compared to ordinary pimples. Cystic acne is a severe form of acne that results in large, pus ...

Is eating raw garlic a cure for acne? Plenty of people seem to think so on TikTok, where videos have gone viral of people eating cloves of raw garlic in attempts to rid themselves of acne. The people ...

As I searched for an image for this post, I discovered that Unsplash must think that “acne” equals a few freckles over a pretty, smooth face. As much as I would love for Unsplash to be correct, it is ...

Laura Harrier says her cystic acne forced her to get into skincare. The ‘BlacKkKlansman’ star started paying attention to the ingredients in her skincare routine after her pores became blocked by ...

Pregnancy acne is common, affecting up to 42 percent of pregnant women due to hormonal fluctuations that increase oil production and inflammation. Safe treatments include azelaic acid, gentle AHAs, ...

Cystic acne is the largest and most painful form of acne, causing cysts deep beneath the skin. Cystic acne can be caused by hormones, genetics, and lifestyle factors like diet and stress. To treat ...