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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Katie Wright

How to support a teenager who has acne

Often appearing alongside with rapid growth spurts, raging hormones and bodily changes, acne is often a side effect of going through puberty.

From blocked pores and blackheads to angry red or pus-filled zits, acne can range in severity, but why is it so common in the teenage years?

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