We also fear, perhaps more than anything else, losing approval from others. Fear of rejection is widespread. In tribal times, being ejected from the safety of a group could have meant death. No wonder many of us like to 'fit in'.
Since acne is at its root an inflammatory disease, reducing inflammation can help reduce acne as well.1 Laser treatment normally requires three treatments, about a month apart, at the doctor's office, and costs $200-$500 per treatment, or $600-$1500 total.
1 Once acne is cleared up, some patients choose to undergo additional treatments for scarring. 2  These can include microdermabrasion and dermabrasion, which can cost up to $2,000 or more, depending on the number of sessions needed. 3  AcneNet has a primer on acne scarring and treatments. For prescription antibiotics, topical creams and ointments -- or for hormone therapy, from birth control pills to a more aggressive regimen -- acne treatment typically costs $45 to $200 per month, which includes a doctor visit and prescription.