Frequent Questions About Acne

Can Eating Greasy Food Cause Acne?

Answer: No. Most experts agree that consuming high-fat foods does not directly cause breakouts. However, you should always try to avoid getting grease on your face while eating. Washing after eating may be a good idea, especially after foods like pizza, hamburgers, and other messy meals.

How Often Should I Clean My Face?

That depends on your skin type. People with oily skin usually need to wash more frequently. Those with dry skin need to be careful about how often they cleanse. Many acne products dry out the skin. Everyone needs to figure out a schedule that works for their skin type. The best way to find out figure this out is trial and error.

Start slowly, and work your way up. If your face is getting too dry, wash it less often and use less topical acne products.

Why Won't My Doctor Prescribe Accutane For My Acne?

Accutane is a powerful and potentially harmful prescription medication used to treat acne. Many people think Accutane should only be used as a very last resort, if at all. The list of accutane's potential side effects is long. In females, it is almost always precribed simultaneously with birth control. If accutane is taken while pregnant, or the patient becomes pregnant while on the medication, it can cause severe deformation to the baby. This is only one of the potential side effects. Talk to your doctor about this medication carefully before considering it. Read more about Accutane at the FDA's Website.