Acne Quiz: Test your Acne IQ!

It's actually the prescription acne medication dapsone, which is used exclusively in ACZONE^® Gel.

Washing too often can strip your skin of the oils it needs and possibly even make your acne worse. Twice-daily washing is usually enough for most people.

It is not clear if stress actually causes acne, but studies have shown that it can make acne worse. When you become stressed, the amount of oil your skin produces increases, and this can lead to clogged pores and acne.

Sure, go ahead, if you want to make things worse. Squeezing (and even touching) acne can make it worse and lead to scarring. So do yourself and your zits a favor . . . hands off!

No matter what you've heard, there's been no research that says certain foods cause acne. Sure, it's always important to eat a well-balanced diet, but you don't have to deprive yourself. So order up that double-cheese and pepperoni pizza.

Many people think the sun helps to "dry out" their acne—but there's no proof that it really helps. Plus, you may damage your skin. You’re better off wearing a hat or staying in the shade!

The sad truth is that adults can get acne too. In a recent study, 73% of adults reported ever having acne. And while acne usually begins at puberty and is gone by the early 20s, in some cases, it can last into adulthood. Luckily, ACZONE^® Gel is an option available to adults as well as teenagers—so don't lose hope!

You should always use your medication exactly as your dermatologist says to. So before you stop using it, be sure to ask!

There is no reason anyone has to just put up with acne! It can be cleared up, and consulting a dermatologist can help you do that—and help you avoid acne scars.

It's tempting to do everything you can to hide acne—but heavy foundation should not be your first choice. Try other camouflaging techniques with powder blushes and eye shadow, instead.