I f you don’t suffer from acne, it might seem a trivial thing to worry about. But for those affected by it, the physical and emotional toll can be overwhelming. And, according to research, more and more people are experiencing this.
Whether it’s due to stress or environmental factors, the number of young people (aged 10-24) experiencing acne has risen worldwide, and in the UK alone about 3.5 million GP appointments a year are acne-related. • This article contains affiliate links that can earn us revenue Until recently, the gold standard for clearing acne-prone skin has been Isotretinoin (more commonly known by the brand name Roaccutane), a prescription medicine.
For most, several months of taking the medication clears the skin for good. But this comes with significant side effects such as extreme dryness, increased sensitivity, headaches and even pain elsewhere in the body. For those seeking a less extreme option, there hasn’t been a drug-free choice delivering the same sorts of results.
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