The facts

For some, acne can be a bit of hassle but for others it can be devastating.

The important thing to remember is that all types of acne can be well controlled by safe and effective treatment.

While we’ve certainly discovered a lot more about acne over the past few years and have developed effective ways of treating it, we still don’t know everything we’d like to know - like why some young people get more severe forms of acne and others don’t.


What’s most important when it comes to acne?
Talking to a doctor about treatment options, sooner rather than later.

Dermatologists are initially trained as doctors, undertaking six or more years of university study to gain their medical degrees. This is followed by several years of full-time practice and training in a teaching hospital as a junior hospital doctor. Application can then be made to enter a five-year training program in dermatology.

Your GP may refer you to a dermatologist for your acne.

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