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Millions of people deal with acne, but those who suffer from cystic acne know how difficult it is to treat compared to ordinary pimples. Cystic acne is a severe form of acne that results in large ...

Do you strip back skincare, and go the gentle approach ... to help explain the differences between cystic and hormonal acne – and suggest some of the best treatments available to you ...

Is there a way to safely pop a pimple on your chest or back? Of course, if you've got a major pimple or acne cyst on your chest, back, or anywhere on your body, it may be tempting to pop it.

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NBC Select associate updates editor Zoe Malin says she started using Differin gel for her hormonal and cystic acne as a teenager since it is the only OTC retinoid that does not require a prescription.