How is management of mild acne?

• The goal of therapy is to remove any plugging of the pilar drainage, reduce sebum production, and treat bacterial colonization. The longterm goal is prevention of scarring • I. Mild Acne: • Topical antibiotics (clindamycin and erythromycin) and benzoyl peroxide gels (2%, 5%, or 10%). Topical retinoids (retinoic acid, adapalene, or tazarotene) require detailed instructions regarding gradual increases in concentration from 0.025% to 0.1% cream or gel. Best combined with benzoyl peroxide–mycin gels. • Acne surgery (extractions of comedones) is helpful only when properly done and after pretreatment with topical retinoids.