New drug hailed as first new way to treat acne in nearly 40 years

The first breakthrough treatment for acne in decades causes skin cells to be less receptive towards the hormones that cause sebum to be produced. — AFP

A new drug, touted as the first real breakthrough in acne treatment in decades, could give fresh hope of respite from the red pimples and oily skin that plague around three-quarters of all teenagers, as well as many adults.

Despite being such a common affliction, new drugs to treat acne have been rare, although recent research has revealed the role played by diet.