Acne: On the road to clear skin

Abstract

Acne is the most common skin condition in humans and although there is no cure for this chronic condition, effective treatment is available. Stress cannot cause acne, but acne can result in emotional distress with profound effects on patients. Most patients with acne will initially resort to self-treatment options and mild acne usually responds well if treatment is used correctly. This article discusses the use of products that are available over the counter (OTC) to manage acne.