Are you annoyed, frustrated, or concerned about your acne?
You are not alone. Acne doesn't always go away just because your teenage years have passed. For many adults, acne leads to feelings of insecurity, anxiety, and embarrassment, sometimes to the point where it interferes with daily interactions like dating, work, and going out with friends.

Who gets acne?
Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in the United States, affecting millions of adults. In fact, acne affects up to 95% of people at some point in their lifetime!² While some adults may not develop their acne until their 20's or 30's, for many others acne starts when they are teenagers and persists all the way through adulthood. If you still continue to struggle with acne, even as an adult, it's probably time to see a dermatologist or other physician. Reasons to see a doctor...

So what causes acne?
Despite what you may have heard, acne is NOT caused by:

• Diet
• Personal hygiene
• Stress

Test your knowledge about these and other acne myths

So what really causes acne? Acne begins beneath the skin-long before it shows on the surface.

Natural changes in the body can trigger acne:

1. Changing hormone levels increase the production of an oily substance called sebum. It normally flows out of the hair follicles, but in some cases gets stuck and plugs the pores.
2. Normal p. acnes bacteria and dead skin cells collect, further plugging up the follicles.
3. An overgrowth of p. acnes bacteria irritates and reddens the skin, and when this inflammation spreads and breaks through to the surface, we call it acne.

Adult acne can range from mild to severe. Read more about different types of acne.

What can I do to help?

• Learn the facts - read more about acne and different acne treatments on this website, and click here for a list of other online trustworthy acne resources.
• See a dermatologist - these doctors are specially trained to deal with problems of the skin, and in fact treat teenagers with acne almost every day! Click here for other reasons to visit your doctor. To find a doctor near you, just click here and enter your zip code.
• Ask your dermatologist about how NeoBenz Micro may be able to help your acne. NeoBenz Micro is a new benzoyl peroxide medication that works fast and effectively, and uses Microsponge® Delivery Technology designed for low irritation. Read more about how NeoBenz Micro may be able to help you.
• Follow a healthy skincare regimen that includes cleansing techniques, certain medications, and tips on what not to do.
• Sign up here to receive email updates and other helpful information about how to help your acne.
• Sign up for a refill reminder. You'll receive an email when it's time for you to refill your next prescription of NeoBenz Micro.

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