: a disorder of the skin that is marked by blemishes (such as whiteheads, blackheads, or pustules) especially on the face, chest, and shoulders and is caused by inflammation of sebaceous glands and hair follicles
especially
: a form found chiefly in adolescents
Examples of acne in a Sentence
a teenager with bad acne
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Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Fekkai’s treatment contains antibacterial and antifungal apple cider vinegar, an astringent that removes oil to prevent scalp acne and flakes between washes.
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Dermatologists named it one of the best ingredients for treating acne and oily skin.
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And then also just being patient with your mental health journey and battling acne and skincare too.
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Alejandra Rojas, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Fekkai’s treatment contains antibacterial and antifungal apple cider vinegar, an astringent that removes oil to prevent scalp acne and flakes between washes.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 24 July 2025
Dermatologists named it one of the best ingredients for treating acne and oily skin.
—Cathy Cassata, Health, 22 July 2025
And then also just being patient with your mental health journey and battling acne and skincare too.
—Brittany Talarico, People.com, 21 July 2025
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“Acne.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acne. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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acne
noun
ac·ne
ˈak-nē 
: a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of skin glands and hair follicles and marked by pimples especially on the face
Medical Definition
acne
noun
ac·ne
ˈak-nē
: a disorder of the skin that is marked by blemishes (such as whiteheads, blackheads, or pustules) especially on the face, chest, and shoulders and is caused by inflammation of sebaceous glands and hair follicles
especially
: a form found chiefly in adolescents : acne vulgaris
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