Caring for a child with acne

Handouts from the Society for Pediatric Dermatology

• What is acne and why so I have pimples?

• What can I do to help the acne go away

• How should I use my acne medications?

• Tips for using your acne medications correctly

• Pregnancy and acne treatment

• Sample acne treatment plan

PDF download: Acne (long version)
Handout includes:

• Why do I have acne/pimples?

• What causes my acne?

• Should a physician treat my acne?

• Skin hygiene: How should I wash my skin?

• Acne treatments

• Topical acne medications/recommendations for use

• Oral acne medications/side effects

• Extra information for preadolescent acne

• Your acne treatment plan

American Academy of Dermatology resources

• Acne Resource Center

• Rosacea Resource Center

If you are a parent or guardian of a child with a dermatologic condition, the American Academy of Dermatology, in partnership with The Society for Pediatric Dermatology, offers a wealth of resources.