Under the best of circumstances, trying to find an acne treatment that works for you can be difficult. Most treatments for severe acne can be harsh on the skin, causing further irritation, but you can’t let your acne go untreated either, as that risks the possibility of acne scarring.

One of the oldest acne treatments for severe acne is Accutane, or its generic counterparts, which are a derivative of Vitamin A. Accutane is extremely effective for getting control of severe acne, and can sometimes virtually bring an end to acne breakouts. The drawback is the toxicity of Accutane, which causes a long list of undesirable side effects.

To clear up adult acne, use antibacterial products, control the oil production on the skin, use only non-irritating products, and exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin cells. Clear up adult acne by caring for the skin with beauty advice from a certified aesthetician in this free video on skin care.