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While pimples and acne share some causes, there are key differences. Individual pimples come and go, while acne is an ongoing condition with recurrent flare-ups. Pimples are small localized bumps that heal quickly. Acne consists of multiple inflamed lesions and nodules that can permanently scar. Acne usually begins in the teens and has deeper hormonal triggers. Pimples sometimes clear up on their own, but managing acne requires medications and skin care prescribed by a dermatologist.

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Stress impacts several factors that contribute to acne formation. It increases inflammation and oil production while disrupting hormone balance and gut health. This leads to clogged pores, irritation, and worsened breakouts. Managing stress through relaxation techniques, medications, lifestyle changes, and skincare can help prevent pimples and acne exacerbated by high stress levels. Seeing a dermatologist helps diagnose and treat the root causes of stress-related skin flair ups.

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While acne tends to begin during puberty, it does not necessarily stop at a certain age and can continue affecting adults. Different factors like hormones, genetics, and stress trigger breakouts during various life stages. Acne typically clears up for most people by their 60s but can still occur sporadically lifelong. Using the right acne treatments for your age alongside a consistent skincare routine helps manage adult acne over time, even though it may never permanently disappear.

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We've all been there. You look in the mirror and see it - that red, swollen bump staring back at you. Immediately, your first instinct is to squeeze it until it pops. However, you've probably also heard that you shouldn't pop pimples. So what should you do? Should you pop that pimple or not?

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While mild teenage acne frequently goes away by the 20s as hormones stabilize, adult-onset acne rarely clears up on its own. Severe inflammatory acne with nodules/cysts also tends not to resolve spontaneously. Occasional breakouts may disappear but recurring flare-ups typically need treatment. Seeing a dermatologist can help find solutions to clear acne faster and avoid permanent scarring.

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Dermatologists classify acne into four grades based on the type and amount of lesions - mild is grade 1, moderate is grade 2, severe is grade 3, and nodular/cystic is grade 4. Mild acne can be treated with OTC products while severe acne requires prescriptions. Higher grades increase the risk of scarring. Seeing a dermatologist helps diagnose grade and create an appropriate treatment plan. The earlier proper treatment begins, the lower the risk of complications.

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