Expert Calls Isotretinoin an Option for Scarring Infantile Acne

It is also important to evaluate their previous acne-fighting strategies. "It can be painfully tiring to go through all they have done and used, but if you don’t do that, you’re not going to have a good starting point," she said. Find out what they like and dislike, and really listen to their answers. "They will be honest if you listen to them."

Also, adolescents like to use pads to apply their acne medicine, so keep those formulations in mind for this age group, she said.

Dr. Keri said she had no relevant financial disclosures.