Synonyms for acne
ˈæk niac·ne

Princeton's WordNet

1. acnenoun

   an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones

Matched Categories

1. • Inflammatory Disease
   • Skin Disease

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1. List of paraphrases for "acne":

   pimples

Concise Medical Dictionary, by Joseph C Segen, MDRate these synonyms:1.7 / 3 votes

1. acne

   Synonyms:
   Pimples, "zits"

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1. Amy Ross:

   One of the main causes of acne is an accumulation of dead skin cells and oil—which has nothing to do with how hydrated you are.

2. Rita Linkner:

   A sensitivity to the hormones called androgens manifests in the form of cystic acne.

3. Joshua Zeichner:

   If you have oily or acne-prone skin, look for a primer that minimizes shine, blurs the pores and prevents breakouts, salicylic acid is a go-to ingredient because it keeps the pores clear and removes excess oil from the skin.

4. Sheilagh Maguiness:

   Whether Stryke Club’s young sensitive skin, or acne, eczema or their first shave, boys have specific skin needs, we also have to help them overcome this stigma about being a boy and engaging in self care.

5. Darrell Rigel:

   It goes back to the formulation, if you have acne, you don't want to apply something that's very greasy to your face. So, there are gels, which are alcohol-based, that will not be as greasy for that, and they’re also not going to cause acne.