/oss/taxonomy/term/6322/all en /oss/article/pseudoscience/are-acne-face-maps-help-or-hoax <p>The French word for pimple is “bouton”. This also happens to be the French word for button. It presents a more positive image than the English word “pimple,” which originates from the old English “piplian” -- to break out into pustules. That conjures up disturbing images of pus! No matter what you call them, people are not fond of these blemishes. There are many possible treatments: face washes, patches, various medications that even include birth control pills for women. “Acne face mapping” is getting attention these days, but what does it actually do?</p> Wed, 22 Jun 2022 20:10:08 +0000 Haleh Cohn 9145 at /oss