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The HCPLive dermatology page is a resource for medical news and expert insights on skin disease. This page features expert-led coverage, articles, videos and research on the therapies and development of treatments for dermatologic conditions, and more.

John Barbieri, MD, MBA, discusses recent data examining factors associated with formation of benzene in OTC benzoyl peroxide products. 

Benzene Formation in Benzoyl Peroxide: What Dermatologists Need to Know in 2025, with John Barbieri, MD, MBA

This quiz, the first in a series of 4, tests your knowledge on prevention and treatment of actinic keratosis based on the 2021 AAD guidelines.

Clinical Quiz: Actinic Keratosis Prevention & Treatment from 2021 AAD Guidelines

These findings suggest the ACORN PtGA tool may be effective as an alternative option for acne assessment when a clinician is unavailable.

Patient-Reported Acne Assessment Tool Effective, Reliable in Evaluating Severity

This cohort study’s findings shed light on associated factors with acne relapse and retrial among individuals with acne who were treated with isotretinoin.

Increased Cumulative Isotretinoin Doses Linked to Lower Acne Relapse Rates

This study pointed to the abilities of patients with acne to adapt to stress and adversity as helpful in making skin-related quality of life improvements.

Emotional Resilience Linked to Better Quality of Life for Those with Acne

In this episode of Crisis Point, this year’s news regarding benzene found in acne products is discussed by David Light, Neal Bhatia, MD, and Christopher Bunick, MD, PhD.

Crisis Point: Benzene Concerns in Acne Care

The Accure Laser System is indicated for long term treatment of patients known to have mild to severe inflammatory acne vulgaris.

FDA Clears Long-Term Laser Treatment for Inflammatory Acne Vulgaris

These new data provide additional evidence for a range of benzene concentrations detected by in over-the-counter drug products with BPO maintained at room temperature.

Study Supports News of Benzene in Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Products

Del Rosso reviews several key highlights from his Maui Derm presentation on acne and rosacea updates from 2024.

Acne and Rosacea Updates 2024, with James Del Rosso, DO

Del Rosso highlights points from his conference talk on benzoyl peroxide (BPO) use among patients with acne and other updates.

Updates on Benzoyl Peroxide Use for Acne, with James Del Rosso, DO

The HCPLive acne page is a resource for medical news and expert insights on dermatological disease. This page features expert-led coverage, articles, videos, and research on the therapies and development of treatments for chronic acne, and more.