Acne; it's sore, unsightly, and can leave teen's confidence in tatters. So what can we do about it? On this episode of Help! I Have A Teenager, Ginni and Jo have some great advice for a concerned parent, and bust some myths around acne treatments and causes.

Plus, they answer a controversial question from a parent who wants to talk to their teens responsibly about drugs, but take them recreationally themselves.

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Hosts: Dr Ginni Mansberg & Jo Lamble

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