Battling the bad skin blues; acne remedies, causes and expert tips

Acne can have a serious impact on your confidence and wellbeing, and understandably so. Sadly for many, bad skin can plague you long out of your teens. Many sufferers feel self conscious and spend time - and a great deal of money - on covering up problem areas. But to banish acne altogether can be a difficult challenge - but one we at Closer Online want to help you with. Here, we round up the XX steps to banishing your acne blues - forever.

by Maggie Hitchins |

Published on21 11 2013

Battling the bad skin blues; acne remedies, causes and expert tips

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Summer has come early in store - check out our favourite pieces.

Summer has come early in store - check out our favourite pieces

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The vintage style paisley print give this sporty pair a luxe feel. Team with a fresh white tee and slider sandals.

The vintage style paisley print give this sporty pair a luxe feel. Team with a fresh white tee and slider sandals

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Work this stretch cotton body with a full, a-line skirt and oversized shades for a modern take on kitsch.

Work this stretch cotton body with a full, a-line skirt and oversized shades for a modern take on kitsch

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Dainty applique florals help to make this clutch a spring wedding, must-have bag.

Dainty applique florals help to make this clutch a spring wedding, must-have bag

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This fun, ice lolly tee is a must for festival season! It will look good enough to eat with some denim cut off shorts.

This fun, ice lolly tee is a must for festival season! It will look good enough to eat with some denim cut off shorts

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Parrots and florals combine in one jazzy shirt to add a touch of the tropics to your wardrobe.

Parrots and florals combine in one jazzy shirt to add a touch of the tropics to your wardrobe

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It may not count as one of your five a day ladies, but this juicy melon skirt will certainly look great! The a-line shape will skim over hips too for a flattering finish.

It may not count as one of your five a day ladies, but this juicy melon skirt will certainly look great! The a-line shape will skim over hips too for a flattering finish

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Shimmer and shine come cocktail hour with this embellished cami, a perfect match for skinny jeans and heels.

Shimmer and shine come cocktail hour with this embellished cami, a perfect match for skinny jeans and heels

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The classic biker gets a ladylike makeover in the form of this bold bloom print. Throw it over a tee and jeans or a pretty lace, sun dress for two totally different looks.

The classic biker gets a ladylike makeover in the form of this bold bloom print. Throw it over a tee and jeans or a pretty lace, sun dress for two totally different looks

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Gingham is back with a bang this season, and this soft lilac number shows of the trend beautifully.

Gingham is back with a bang this season, and this soft lilac number shows of the trend beautifully

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