Dealing with cystic acne can be painful and scarring — physically and mentally. Cystic acne gets its name from cysts, which are pus-filled pimples. They're typically large, painful and set deep in the ...

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, pus ...

Over the past decade, I’ve tried everything to clear my stubborn cystic acne. From monthly facials and “clean” skin care products to laser treatments, a dairy- and gluten-free diet and every ...

The panic of waking up with a giant, underground zit—then desperately Googling how to get rid of a cystic pimple ASAP—is something most of us can relate to. And if you’ve had one of these angry face ...

If you’re someone who’s experienced recurring bouts of cystic acne, you’ll know there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to keeping acne flares at bay. Clearing your skin can feel like a bit of a waiting ...

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Cystic acne is no joke, and it’s incredibly difficult to handle. If you haven’t had any ...

I could've avoided some deep scars (and a serious self-confidence knock) if I had trusted the dermatologist who initially prescribed spironolactone for my cystic acne. But instead of planting that ...