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The Science Behind Sebum Regulation and Why It Matters for Acne

Posted On: Apr 15, 2026

Categories: Acne

Skin health needs one thing to look its best, and that's balance. It requires proper hydration, correct nourishment, and overall, a healthy lipid concentration. When the balance is off, the skin begins to react, usually causing it to release more sebum than usual. These oils are naturally released by your sebaceous glands to protect the skin. However, excessive amounts of sebum...

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What NYC Teens & Adults Should Know Before Getting AviClear™

Posted On: Apr 01, 2026

Categories: Acne

Acne is one of the most persistent skin conditions among teenagers, with 85 percent of them experiencing breakouts to some extent. Most people associate pimples with girls, but ironically, they are outnumbered by the boys. Still, while many think that this condition goes away when you've grown, roughly 50 percent of women in their 20s continue to get acne periodically. Whether it's...

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How to Choose the Right Acne Treatment Based on Your Skin Type

Posted On: Mar 25, 2026

Categories: Acne

Acne is a condition that affects most of the population, especially during the teenage years. While acne vulgaris is present in 33% of women in their 30s, the condition affects both men and women. The problem is that the “fix” for acne may not apply to everyone, as their skin type may require a different approach. Some acne cases are rooted in excess oil production and/or...

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The Truth About Acne Scarring: Prevention, Treatment, and New Innovations 

Posted On: Mar 11, 2026

Categories: Acne

Acne is a common condition that affects teenagers and adults, with the average pimple healing within a week. However, when the acne is inflamed or you start popping the pimples, this damage can lead to another potential inconvenience: acne scars. Some people are lucky enough not to experience this, but almost 50 percent of people with acne will get these marks. Many people believe...

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The Future of Acne Care: Laser-Based Solutions and Non-Medication Options

Posted On: Mar 04, 2026

Categories: Acne

For years, acne treatments revolved around oral antibiotics or powerful drugs that aimed to suppress the production of excess sebum. While these treatments can be effective, they bring a series of uncomfortable systemic side effects. Not to mention that stopping the treatment risks you going back to the exact point you started from. At Ariel Ostad, MD, in New York City, we offer laser therapy...

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How Hormones Influence Breakouts at Every Age

Posted On: Feb 25, 2026

Categories: Acne

Hormonal acne can cause breakouts at every age, especially among women. While most associate hormonal breakouts with puberty, they rarely fade as you reach adulthood. Roughly 91 percent of acne-prone women note that they get a breakout in the week before their menstrual cycle, and 15 percent of women in their 50s still get menopausal acne. Hormonal acne, unlike other acne forms, is...

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Adult Acne: Causes, Triggers & New Treatment Options

Posted On: Feb 18, 2026

Categories: Acne

Most people believe that acne is something only teenagers must deal with. Unfortunately, the condition doesn’t always go away with adulthood, with clinical studies showing that almost half of the women in their 20s have acne. The prevalence does decrease with age, but that doesn’t change the fact that 33 percent of women in their 30s still get acne breakouts. Acne can be painful and...

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The Role of Inflammation in Acne and How Modern Treatments Target It

Posted On: Jan 29, 2026

Categories: Acne

Acne is viewed as a superficial issue, but adult acne is on the rise, with 35% of people experiencing this condition. This can be linked to multiple factors, such as hormonal changes, chronic stress, and poor diets, but the root cause is simple: inflammation in the skin. When inflammation persists, it alters follicular biology and increases the frequency of breakouts. But how does that...

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Preventing Scarring & Hyperpigmentation With AviClear™ 

Posted On: Jan 27, 2026

Categories: Acne

Acne brings more problems than just pimples filled with pus whenever your sebaceous glands become clogged. In many cases, acne brings scars and hyperpigmentation that linger for a long time, even when the breakout fades. Around 95% of individuals with acne vulgaris experience scarring, which gets progressively worse as they age. AviClear™ is a procedure that treats acne at its...

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How AviClear™ Fits into a Comprehensive Acne Management Plan

Posted On: Jan 15, 2026

Categories: Acne

Acne, especially the inflammatory kind, is a complex condition that occurs when excess sebum clogs the pores, trapping dirt and acne bacteria within them. The immune system responds to the overgrowth of bacteria within these pores, which leads to redness, swelling, and the formation of pus. AviClear™ is a groundbreaking treatment that addresses acne by using a 1726nm laser. While...

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