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 ...

Adapalene gel is another great topical retinoid to help prevent blind pimples and other forms of acne, though it may be irritating or drying at first, says Dr. Castilla. Adapalene and other retinoids ...

Over the past decade, I’ve tried everything to clear my stubborn cystic acne. From monthly facials and “clean” skin care products to laser treatments, a dairy- and gluten-free diet and every ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? An at-home corticosteroid injection that can be used to treat angry, inflammed ...

Since I was 14, I’ve suffered from acne on and off—from mild to severe—for nearly 30 years, making me part of the 41% of women who experience adult acne. Last year at 43, I had the worst cystic flare ...

Can popping zits in this area cause infection and even death? Dermatologists weigh in on the viral claims, and how to take care of your skin. The so-called "triangle of death," the area from the ...