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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.

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

A study found omega-3 supplements and a Mediterranean diet improved acne severity and quality of life in patients without prescription meds.

Omega-3 Fatty Acid Deficiency Could Be Driver of Acne Severity, Study Finds

During this interview segment, Alexis was asked how trifarotene, in combination with an appropriate skincare routine, addresses post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in skin of color.

Andrew Alexis, MD, MPH: Future of Managing Acne Hyperpigmentation with Trifarotene

This interview featured a discussion of Alexis’s team’s findings on the importance of treating patients with skin of color and acne-induced post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Andrew Alexis, MD, MPH: Findings on Trifarotene for Acne Sequelae in Skin of Color

The treatment, made up of clindamycin phosphate, adapalene, and benzoyl peroxide, led to clear or almost clear skin among a significant number of individuals with acne.


Triple-Combination Acne Treatment Gel Effective, Well-Tolerated Among Patients

In this interview segment, Del Rosso further explores the steps patients and clinicians should take in considering the recent Valisure report on benzene risk for skincare products with benzoyl peroxide.

James Q. Del Rosso, DO: How Should Clinicians Respond to the Report on Benzene?

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.