New treatments for acne vulgaris over the past decade

Acne vulgaris is a prevalent, chronic inflammatory condition of the pilosebaceous units, commonly affecting adolescents and young adults, though it can persist or develop later in life. Conventional treatments such as retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, and hormonal therapies remain staples in managing acne vulgaris (Figure 1). Advances in the past decade have introduced novel treatments for acne vulgaris that may be more effective and tolerable for select populations.