Emotional Impact

Does acne make you want to curl up and disappear? We know. Studies have shown that acne can have a significant impact on your self-confidence and body image. It can make you feel frustrated, angry and depressed.

You're not alone

39% of teens in a recent study said they avoided going to school because they were embarrassed by acne.
A 2008 study revealed that people with acne were less likely to participate in sports.
55% of 11- to 18-year-olds said acne prevented them from having a boyfriend or girlfriend.
Acne treatment can alleviate the emotional impact of acne and lead to greater self-confidence.

Acne’s emotional toll is a real problem, and one that you should take seriously.

See a doctor. What’s a scarier thought: seeing a doctor, or facing prom or graduation with a face full of zits? No contest, right?

Doctors are here to help you. A doctor will evaluate your skin and prescribe the best treatment for you. Learn more!

How Can You Deal With Your Acne?

While you may not be able to make your acne completely disappear, there’s plenty you can do to manage your condition.

Talk to your parents. They’ve been there. Let them know how your acne affects your life. Learn more!
See a Doctor. When acne has an impact on your emotional life, a doctor can help. Learn more!

Take the Emotional Impact Quiz!

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Important Safety Information

During treatment with Differin 0.1% dryness, erythema, burning or pruritus can occur. These side effects differ in frequency depending on the formulation used of Differin 0.1% (cream vs. gel). During treatment with Differin Gel 0.3% signs of cutaneous irritation like redness, scaling, dryness and/or stinging/burning may occur, but should be mild or moderate, occur early in treatment and decrease thereafter. Other side effects that may occur from using Differin Gel 0.3% include skin discomfort, pruritus and sunburn.

Concomitant use of potentially irritating products or overexposure to sunlight or sunlamps, extreme wind or cold, may increase the potential for irritation from both product concentrations. Use of sunscreen and protective clothing is recommended.