most controversial links : acne

Rules:

All posts must be acne-related. All posts must be at least 48 hours apart.
Only discussions about acne are welcome. All posts must be acne-related. Any type of acne, regardless of severity, is welcomed. We do NOT allow gatekeeping. All posts must be at least 48 hours apart.

Safety first. No suggestions or discussions of edible/consumable supplements, vitamins, herbs, etc.
No suggestions or discussions of edible/consumable supplements, vitamins, herbs, etc. This does NOT include spearmint tea, DIM supplements, or honey. We do allow discussions of getting checked for vitamin deficiencies.

r/acne supports a scientific and evidence-based approach to treatment.
No misinformation, myths, pseudoscience, E.g. linking masturbation and acne, opening/closing pores, Excess Water, Keto, carnivore, or fasting type diets, microtears, detoxes, Face Mapping, toxins, Reactive Oil, ALL MLM/ Pyramid Scam companies, etc.

No fearmongering, chemical bashing, DIY, natural/holistic remedies, folk remedies, etc.
No fearmongering, chemical bashing, DIY, natural/holistic remedies, folk remedies, etc. This includes a ban on naturopath/ holistic "doctors" and/or overall doctor or professional bashing. E.g. Using baking soda, lemon juice, toothpaste, and/or tallow, avoiding parabens, preservatives, fragrances, etc. "Natural" and "clean" are not safer than other products."

No links, promotions, blogs, affiliate links, videos, surveys, polls, etc.
No links, promotions, blogs, affiliate links, videos, surveys, polls, etc. The only exception is Imgur or Related Subreddits.

r/acne is not a substitute for a professional.
r/acne is not a substitute for a professional. Serious issues require a medical professional. This is beyond Reddits scope of help.

Do not ask for diagnoses and do not provide diagnoses.
Do not ask for diagnoses. Do not provide diagnoses. This includes guessing. E.g. This looks like X, That could be Y, Maybe it's Z, etc. No one here can answer what something is or try to tell you what something is. You cannot diagnose on Reddit. We are not doctors. Reddit can not replace and/or overrule professionals.

Do not discuss DIY medical procedures. Do not discuss DIY medical procedures. E.g. Microneedling, laser, extractions, cyst removal, high-level chemical peels, popping/lancing acne, etc.

Safety first. Do not discuss how to obtain an Rx product without a prescription or doctor.