Doxycycline is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for acne, and I can personally attest to how effective it has been in treating my breakouts. Like many others, I started taking it because of its proven ability to reduce acne, but one thing I didn't know at first was how much it can increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Since summer often means spending more time outdoors, this is an important side effect that everyone taking doxycycline should be aware o

Acne is stubborn. My journey battling through this skin condition says it all. One day I am breaking out after a long day in the sun. Another day, my pores feel like they are trapped beneath the surface of my skin while I am hoping they will somehow disappear overnight. Looking back, my journey with acne has been long, frustrating, but also rewarding. As I have mentioned in previous blogs, finally consulting a dermatologist made me realize that all of it was part of the proce