Therapeutic Approaches of Infantile Acne: A Narrative Review Study

Abstract

Background: Acne vulgaris is a skin condition in children and has various presentations and differential diagnoses. Objectives: The purpose of this review was to evaluate the therapeutic approaches of infantile acne. Methods: In this narrative review, we searched articles published in English on infantile acne in Google Scholar, PubMed, and Scopus from 1981 to 2019. Results: A total of 35 articles were selected for review. The treatment of acne often involves various medications that acne lesions. Different factors contribute to the pathogenesis of acne and its severity. The same principle and treatment strategy applies to all age groups diagnosed with acne. Conclusions: The treatment strategy for infantile acne is similar to acne treatment at any age. Treatment is based on the severity of the acne and the risk of a future scar.