00:00 Acne is a common skin condition that can cause stress, anxiety, and social withdrawal, and the skincare industry profits off of people's desire to find a cure.

04:11 Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when dead skin cells and oil clog hair follicles, leading to inflammation and the formation of pimples.

09:46 Science is still trying to figure out what causes pimples, as there are different types of pimples that start in different ways, such as blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, papules, and cystic acne, and while diet was once thought to be linked to acne, research has shown that it is not conclusive.

14:33 There is not enough evidence to definitively link diet and acne, but some studies suggest that high sugar diets and milk consumption may have an impact, so it might be worth trying a healthier diet to see if it helps.

19:33 Salicylic acid is an exfoliant that can potentially help with mild acne, but there is limited scientific evidence to support its effectiveness, while benzoyl peroxide has been scientifically proven to reduce the number of pimples on the face by killing bacteria, although higher strength options may cause irritation and it is not a cure-all for acne.

24:20 There is limited scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of light therapy masks for acne, and while benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid may be helpful, they are not a cure-all for acne.

29:23 Popping pimples can lead to scarring and should be avoided, according to dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee.

34:41 Popping pimples can lead to scarring and increase the risk of infection, but there may be a time when it's okay to pop them if they are easy to squeeze and have come to a head. However, it's important to use a clean workspace and not force it if it's not popping. Getting a professional to remove blackheads might be helpful, but it won't prevent new blackheads or whiteheads from forming. Accutane is a highly effective medication for treating difficult or severe acne, but it can have major side effects such as drying out the skin and causing birth defects if taken during pregnancy.

39:17 Accutane, a highly regulated drug used to treat severe acne, has been linked to depression and suicide, but the association is rare and affects only a small group of vulnerable individuals.

44:10 Topical retinoids, similar to Accutane, can help reduce acne with milder side effects, but there is limited data on their effectiveness compared to isotretinoin.