Acne is not simply a cosmetic issue — it is a chronic medical condition influenced by hormones, inflammation, diet, stress, sleep, skin-barrier health, the microbiome, and overall internal balance. Many patients are surprised to learn that not all bumps are acne . Common acne mimickers include keratosis pilaris  and pityrosporum folliculitis (“fungal acne”) , which require very different treatment strategies  and are often misdiagnosed. At Las Vegas Integrative Dermatology ,

is no medical condition called swimmer’s acne. Acne in swimmers is not unique  and is the same acne seen in non-swimmers. Swimmers can absolutely have acne . Swimmers can also have eczema  and dry skin , which are very common due to frequent water exposure and disruption of the skin barrier from pool chemicals. Most of the medications we use to treat acne dry out the skin , which makes proper skin care and barrier protection especially important in swimmers. 🧴 🧬 Acne Is Pri