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Treating adult acne can feel like one big science experiment—until now. This is the guy’s guide to adult acne. Read the rest of the stories here .

IT’S ONE THING to get advice from a doctor (still important and invaluable), but it’s another to hear from other guys who’ve been there. Guys who understand what it’s like to cancel plans because of a whopper of a zit. Guys who’ve also hesitated to take their shirts off at the pool for fear of being judged for their bacne. We wanted to hear about their struggles, and successes—what finally worked to help them send breakouts packing and regain their confidence. As you’ll learn from these three men, no two plans are the same. But with a little consistency and some experimentation, blemish-free skin is possible.

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What Worked : A mix of prescription topicals and OTC products

I like to take care of myself. I work out at least five times a week. I’m consistent with my diet. But my confidence takes a hit because of my acne.…