Winleviยฎ (clascoterone cream 1%) cream is a new topical acne treatment by the Italian biotech Cassiopea which has been approved by the FDA recently. Winleviยฎ is the first acne drug with a new mechanism of action in 38 years; the last one was Accutane! How does this new drug work to combat acne? Acne is a multifactorial skin condition, affected by 3 distinct pathways: excess oil production, C. acne bacteria, and inflammation. Products such as benzoyl peroxide and topical antibiotics can target the acne bacteria and ingredients such as retinoids and salicylic acid can help regulate sebum production and avoid clogged pores, the inflammation which is caused by excess androgen…