“Does most acne go away on its own?”
I am a 24 year old male who is considering buying acne creams. Does most acne go away on its own?
2 Answers
At 24 you can expect to have at least 10 more years of acne. It does not just "Go away". Acne is treated differently, depends g onb whether you have blackheads, plus pimples, and or cysts. There are several over the counter medications available. Benzoyl peroxide is the strongest and most drying. It comes in several strengths. Be careful..since it can bleach fabric that it touches, so get dressed first and then apply it to your face. Alternatively, you can buy Differin Gel and Salicylic acid gels over the counter. If these don't work for you, see a board certified dermatologist. They can prescribe RetinA, Tazorac, Aczone, among other medications to treat you. If the acne is widespread oral antibiotics or Accutane may be needed.
Some will go away, especially if caused by topical products, some hormonal forms. Visit your local dermatologist and discuss your options and diagnosis.
