Acne develops when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. Hormonal changes, genetics, stress, and certain skincare products can contribute to acne breakouts.

Can I get acne treatment online?

Yes. A licensed doctor can evaluate your acne symptoms online, recommend a treatment plan, and prescribe medications when medically appropriate.

What prescription treatments are available for acne?

Prescription acne treatments may include topical retinoids, topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics, hormonal treatments, and other medications depending on the severity of your acne.

How long does acne treatment take to work?

Most acne treatments take several weeks to show noticeable improvement. Consistent use of prescribed medications is important for achieving the best results.

When should I see a doctor for acne?

You should seek medical treatment if acne is severe, causing scarring, affecting your confidence, or not improving with over the counter products.

Is acne treatment covered by insurance?

August visits are a flat $39 out-of-pocket. Prescription medications may have separate costs depending on your pharmacy and insurance coverage.

Online Acne Treatment Visit

Acne Treatment

Review your acne symptoms with August for free, then get online Acne Treatment from a board-certified MD for $39, if needed.

Licensed doctors in all 50 states+DC
Prescription in minutes, sent to local pharmacy
Follow-up with the doctor for 365 days

Visit options.Reviewing your symptoms is always free. You only pay if you choose to see a doctor.

Online doctor consult

$39, flat

Available 24x7, 365 days

Free symptom review

$0, always

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HIPAA Compliant

Board-certified

No hidden fees

All 50 states

HIPAA Compliant

Board-certified

No hidden fees

All 50 states

HIPAA Compliant

Board-certified

No hidden fees

All 50 states

HIPAA Compliant

Board-certified

No hidden fees

All 50 states

HIPAA Compliant

Board-certified

No hidden fees

All 50 states

HIPAA Compliant

Board-certified

No hidden fees

All 50 states

What to expect from your Acne Treatment visit

step 1

Share your details

Chat with August, answer a few questions about your health and fitness goals. And, August will guide you to the right care option.

step 2

Sit back and relax

Get a board-certified MD within minutes. Receive real-time updates and chat with the doctor anytime. No skipping the office, no commute, or face-time.

step 3

Get care plan in minutes

Get notified when your care plan is ready. Your doctor shares a personalised note with clear next steps, and sends prescription directly to local pharmacy of your choice.

step 4

Follow-up anytime, free

Ask follow-up questions for a visit upto 365 days for free. Your care with August is just a few taps away.

Ongoing support, always available.

With an online doctor visit, you connect with licensed physicians who treat everyday health needs and more complex ones too.

Our licensed MDs follow your progress and adjust your care over time. If you get a prescription, we manage the dose and watch for side effects. You can also chat with August AI for a free symptom review anytime. You never have to handle your care alone.

All your care in one place. That's the August AI difference.

From your first online doctor visit, we help you weigh your options, connect you with the right licensed MDs, and manage your prescriptions. It's complete care that looks at your goals, history, and lifestyle, so you can move forward with confidence.

Why Online Acne Treatment

Reasons to start online doctor visit for Acne Treatment

Acne can affect your skin, confidence, and quality of life. A licensed MD can evaluate your acne symptoms, recommend online acne treatment, and prescribe medications when medically appropriate.

You have persistent acne that is not improving with over the counter products.
You have painful pimples, cystic acne, or frequent breakouts.
You are developing acne scars or dark spots from acne.
You want prescription acne treatment tailored to your skin type.
You want help identifying factors that may be contributing to acne breakouts.
You want medical guidance on treatment options for acne.

Not sure this care is right for you?

Start by chatting with August AI. Share what's been going on, and we'll help you understand the right next step. When you're ready, we'll coordinate everything and make sure you have clear follow-up on your results.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Acne results from excess sebum production, follicle clogging, bacterial colonization, and inflammation. In adults — particularly women — hormonal fluctuations related to the menstrual cycle, PCOS, or stress are common drivers, which is why adult acne often requires a different treatment approach than teenage acne.

When OTC benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid products haven't produced meaningful improvement after 8–12 weeks, when acne is moderate to severe, when it involves the chest or back, or when it's causing scarring — prescription treatment should be discussed with a clinician.

Isotretinoin is most commonly used for severe nodular or cystic acne, but it may also be appropriate for moderate acne that has not responded to multiple antibiotic and topical treatment courses, or when acne is causing significant scarring or psychological distress.

Most topical treatments show initial improvement at 6–8 weeks, with full effect at 3–4 months. Antibiotics act faster but are limited to shorter courses to minimize resistance. Isotretinoin typically produces sustained remission after a single 4–6 month course.

Topical retinoids commonly cause initial dryness and peeling. Antibiotics carry resistance and GI side effect concerns with prolonged use. Isotretinoin requires iPLEDGE enrollment due to teratogenicity and monitoring for mood changes, lipid levels, and liver function.