You can get psoriasis and acne at almost any age, which means your teenager may be living with both conditions at the same time. How do you manage acne without aggravating your psoriasis and vice versa? “Navigating acne and psoriasis simultaneously certainly can be challenging,” says Sammy Kang, M.D., a pediatric dermatologist at Anne Arundel Dermatology in Millersville, MD. But there are ways to make it easier. We’re here with expert advice on how to help your teen manage this skincare double whammy like a pro.
Prep for a Visit With Your Derm
Don’t try to figure out a new skincare routine on your own. Book an appointment with your child’s dermatologist to come up with a treatment plan that takes the whole skin picture into consideration. Leading up to that appointment, it’s helpful to jot down any changes that have been going on. Empower your teen to track psoriasis or acne flares on their phone via an acne-tracker app or a simple calendar, where together you can notic
These tools, including better sleep hygiene, oatmeal baths, beneficial moisturizers, and helpful medications can help your child get better sleep when they itch at bedtime from pediatric psoriasis.