Acne is an issue that 85% of teenagers deal with and something that 0% of them want.
And it doesn't stop when adulthood comes around, as over 40 million US adults have to wake up to a pimple here and there.
We're always looking for the miracle cure, medication or home remedies for acne.
But before you can fully get rid of pimples and other skin blemishes it might be helpful to understand it a bit more, and that means clarifying a thing or two.
Here are some of the most common acne myths and the truth behind them so you can start fighting your pimples and start winning the battle.
Not washing your face causes acne.
Of course it's helpful to wash off the oil and grime but at the same time washing too often can potentially make it worst because the chemicals in lots of face washes can be irritating.
Chocolate and sugary foods cause acne flair ups.
There is no evidence that shows this to be true.
While of course it's not good for your waistline it isn't going to make more pimples pop up.
Acne is contagious.
No if you're significant other has acne you're not going to catch it by kissing or touching his/her face.
But touching your face a lot does spread oil so avoid touching your own face too much.
And last, what about some common home remedies for pimples? Prescriptions and ointments can be harsh on your face which is why home remedies are a bit more appealing.
A few have really been shown to help: honey, orange peel, cinnamon, and toothpaste are just a few.
Acne is something that you can battle against and win.
While everyone has different degrees of breakouts, they all have the same desire to get rid of it and you can.