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Is It Safe to Take Spironolactone and Accutane Together?
Acne
Hormonal Acne
Accutane
Spironolactone

Is It Safe to Take Spironolactone and Accutane Together?

November 4, 2026
Sarah Kenis, DCNP

Neither drug label lists an interaction between spironolactone and Accutane. Here's what a 2026 trial found, which labs matter, and the pregnancy rules for both.

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Is Your Daily Biotin Triggering Your Acne? How Vitamin B7 Can Backfire on You
Acne

Is Your Daily Biotin Triggering Your Acne? How Vitamin B7 Can Backfire on You

November 2, 2026
Johnathan Moore, PA-C

Does biotin cause acne? High-dose B7 may compete with vitamin B5, but the evidence is thin. Here's what's known, who should be careful, and what to do.

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Here's How to Clear Acne Fast: 6 Proven Ways Recommended by Certified Dermatologists
Acne

Here's How to Clear Acne Fast: 6 Proven Ways Recommended by Certified Dermatologists

October 30, 2026
Christina Marcelus, MD

Learn how to get rid of acne fast and keep your skin clear for good. Here are 6 evidence-based steps recommended by board-certified, licensed dermatologists.

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The 7 Ways to Best Treat Eczema on Your Face (Including Eyelids)
Eczema

The 7 Ways to Best Treat Eczema on Your Face (Including Eyelids)

October 29, 2026
Elizabeth Cooper, DNP

Here’s 7 ways to treat eczema on your face, eyelids included: gentle care, short steroid courses, steroid-free creams, and how to stop flares coming back.

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Does Dairy Cause Acne? The Milk and Breakout Connection
Acne

Does Dairy Cause Acne? The Milk and Breakout Connection

August 31, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Could dairy be behind your breakouts? Research increasingly points to a connection between milk consumption and acne, but the relationship is more nuanced than the internet would have you believe.

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Does Chocolate Cause Acne? What Science Shows
Acne

Does Chocolate Cause Acne? What Science Shows

August 31, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Chocolate has been blamed for breakouts for decades, but is there real evidence behind the claim? Here is what the research actually says, which types of chocolate are more likely to trigger acne, and how to enjoy chocolate without sabotaging your skin.

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Does Drinking Water Help With Acne?
Acne

Does Drinking Water Help With Acne?

August 28, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Drinking water is good for your body and your skin, but does it actually help with acne? Here is what the science says, how hydration genuinely helps, and why a real acne treatment plan matters more than any amount of water.

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Does Magnesium Cause Acne? Mineral Supplement Guide
Acne

Does Magnesium Cause Acne? Mineral Supplement Guide

August 17, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Magnesium is one of the most popular mineral supplements on the market, but if you are acne-prone, you may be wondering whether it helps or hurts your skin. This guide examines the evidence on magnesium and acne, explains which forms might benefit breakout-prone skin, and covers when magnesium could potentially make things worse.

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Does Snail Mucin Help With Acne? K-Beauty Guide
Acne

Does Snail Mucin Help With Acne? K-Beauty Guide

August 17, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Snail mucin has gone from niche K-beauty curiosity to mainstream skincare staple, but if you have acne-prone skin, you are right to wonder whether it will actually help your breakouts or make them worse. This guide covers what the research says about snail mucin and acne, when it helps versus when it can cause problems, and how to use it safely.

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Does Plant-Based Protein Cause Acne? Vegan Protein Guide
Acne

Does Plant-Based Protein Cause Acne? Vegan Protein Guide

August 17, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

If you have switched from whey to plant-based protein to protect your skin, you are making a smart move. But does plant protein cause acne too? Here is what the evidence says about pea protein, soy, hemp, rice, and other vegan protein sources and your breakouts.

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Does Dry Skin Cause Acne? The Surprising Connection
Acne

Does Dry Skin Cause Acne? The Surprising Connection

August 17, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Acne is usually associated with oily skin, so getting breakouts when your skin feels dry and tight can be confusing and frustrating. But dry skin can absolutely contribute to acne, and the reasons why are more straightforward than you might think. Here is the science behind the connection and what you can do about it.

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How does online dermatology compare to in-person care?
Acne
Eczema

How does online dermatology compare to in-person care?

August 7, 2026
Tyler Haugbro

Online dermatology is becoming increasingly popular for treating conditions that require continual maintenance like acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Learn more about how the online route compares to a traditional, in-person experience and when each is the right course of care for you.

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Dermatologists have a new approach for Accutane, and it's changing who takes it
Acne
Accutane
Low Dose Accutane

Dermatologists have a new approach for Accutane, and it's changing who takes it

July 9, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Isotretinoin, formerly known by its brand name Accutane, has long had a reputation for intense side effects. What many patients do not know is that there's now a gentler path to the same result.

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This acne drug is having a moment. Here is what the science says about spironolactone.
Acne
Spironolactone
Accutane

This acne drug is having a moment. Here is what the science says about spironolactone.

July 2, 2026
Tyler Haugbro

Spironolactone has been around for decades. Since the 1980s, dermatologists have prescribed it as an off-label hormonal acne treatment for women. Learn more about the science behind spironolactone.

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Does Exfoliating Help With Acne? How to Do It Right
Acne

Does Exfoliating Help With Acne? How to Do It Right

June 29, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Exfoliation can be a powerful tool for acne-prone skin, but only when done correctly. This guide covers the difference between physical and chemical exfoliation, how often to exfoliate, which ingredients work best for breakouts, and the warning signs that you are overdoing it.

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Does Exercise Help Acne? Working Out Tips for Clearer Skin
Acne

Does Exercise Help Acne? Working Out Tips for Clearer Skin

June 29, 2026
Joel Spitz, MD

Exercise can genuinely benefit your skin through stress reduction, improved circulation, and lower inflammation. But working out also introduces sweat, friction, and bacteria exposure that can trigger breakouts if you are not careful. Here is how to get the skin benefits of exercise without the post-gym breakouts.

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