acne
an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands, characterized by comedones and pimples, especially on the face, back, and chest, and, in severe cases, by cysts and nodules resulting in scarring.
Origin of acne
1- Also called ac·ne vul·ga·ris [vuhl-gair-is, -gar-]. /vʌlˈgɛər ɪs, -ˈgær-/.
Other words from acne
- acned, adjective
- Compare rosacea.
Words that may be confused with acne
- acme, acne
Words Nearby acne
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How to use acne in a sentence
On its TikTok account, Starface typically features videos of users lip-syncing while wearing the company’s bright yellow acne care patches.
There are different kinds of acne depending on what causes the breakouts—it can be genetic, hormonal, or even stress-related.
Mask up without breaking out. Here’s how to prevent pandemic acne. | Sandra Gutierrez G. | December 3, 2020 | Popular-ScienceBy only hitting this narrow group, the product may reduce the likelihood of itchiness that has historically made many acne sufferers shy away from retinoids.
The serum contains 5% Niacinamide, a form of Vitamin B used to treat acne, promising longer-term benefits as well.
Gift Guide: The best beauty and wellness presents of 2020 | Rachel King | November 1, 2020 | FortuneIt also happens to work great as both a topical acne medication and as a painkiller.
Pig sex and celery have a surprising connection | PopSci Staff | September 30, 2020 | Popular-Science
Three women said they had severe acne and the doctors tried birth control pills as a last resort.
Or to treat acne or the symptoms of certain uterine conditions.
Hobby Lobby Ignores The Fact That The Pill Is More Than A Contraceptive | Caitlin Dickson | July 1, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTAnd acne, well, acne is just the great equalizer (move over, death and taxes).
In nervous moments, her hand wanders to a small patch of acne on her forehead, a reminder of just how young she really is.
Even acne clears up, no matter what some smart conventional physicians may say about not being any evidence.
The integument is frequently covered with an acne-like eruption.
A Statistical Inquiry Into the Nature and Treatment of Epilepsy | Alexander Hughes BennettIn what respect does the pustular syphiloderm differ from acne?
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin | Henry Weightman StelwagonThe latter is frequently associated with acne (acne rosacea).
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin | Henry Weightman StelwagonIn such cases, if resorcin preparations also fail, the mercurial lotion and ointment employed in acne may be prescribed.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin | Henry Weightman StelwagonWorkmen in paraffin oils or other petroleum products often present a furuncle-like acne.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin | Henry Weightman Stelwagon
British Dictionary definitions for acne
/ (ˈæknɪ) /
Also called: acne vulgaris a chronic skin disease common in adolescence, involving inflammation of the sebaceous glands and characterized by pustules on the face, neck, and upper trunk: See also rosacea
Origin of acne
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
Scientific definitions for acne
[ ăk′nē ]
An inflammatory disease of the skin in which the sebaceous glands become clogged and infected, often causing the formation of pimples, especially on the face. It is most common during adolescence, but also occurs in infants and adults.
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