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June is National Acne Awareness Month
Empower yourself with the facts!

Acne is a medical condition that, in most cases, can be successfully treated with the right medications.

It’s with that simple (but empowering) truth we invite you to explore this site dedicated to National Acne Awareness Month!

Acne Sufferers
Our mission for you is simple:
  1. Explore this site
    for essential acne facts, management tips and myth busters— and keep an
    eye out all month long for more exciting initiatives to educate and inspire
    your acne fight.
    Learn about acne and treatment>

  2. Talk to your doctor
    about finding the right treatment for your acne and your life.
    Find a dermatologist>

  3. Stick with your treatment
    and rediscover the clearer, more confident you with our Personal Skin Regimen.
    Learn more>

Healthcare Professionals:
Pass these great guides and FAQs onto your patients to help them with their
treatments.
See helpful resources>

Parents of acne sufferers>

Did You Know?
  1. Nearly 80% of people will experience some form of acne during their lifetimes.
  2. Acne is the most common skin disorder in the United States, affecting 60 million Americans at any one time, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).
  3. Even mild acne can benefit from professional treatment. Use our fast Find a Dermatologist tool above to take control today.
     

Important Safety Information

Differin® Lotion, 0.1%, Differin® Gel, 0.3% and Epiduo® Gel are indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older. Apply to affected skin once per day avoiding the eyes, lips and mucous membranes. The most common side effects associated with the use of Differin® products and Epiduo® Gel are redness, scaling, dryness, stinging and burning. With Epiduo® Gel, you may also experience contact dermatitis and/or skin irritation. Most adverse events reported while using these products were mild to moderate in severity, occurred early in treatment and decreased thereafter, but speak to your doctor if they persist. You should avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and sunlamps while using Epiduo® Gel or Differin® products, and using sunscreen products and protective clothing is recommended. Do not use irritating topical products that contain resorcinol, salicylic acid or sulfur during treatment and do not apply these products to areas that have been depilated with waxed products. These products have not been tested in pregnant or nursing women, or with the elderly. All products are designated Pregnancy Category C.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.