What is Acne?

 Acne is more likely caused by overactive oil glands than uncleanliness.

Male sex hormones called androgens increases at puberty. A type of protein called keratin and an oily skin lubricant sebum, are stimulated by the increase of androgen.

A blemish arises when sebum tries to go through the pores, but gets trapped by an over production of sebum that cannot get through fast enough. The pores becomes filled up with the oily substance sebum, attracting and trapping bacteria, which leads to acne.

Blackheads

A blackhead arises when the trapped sebum, together with skin pigment, blocks the pores.

Whiteheads

A whitehead arises when the scales below the skin’s surface gets filled up with sebum.

When a whitehead builds up and spreads below the skin’s surface, a more severe form of inflammation occurs which can lead to acne scars if not properly taken care of.

Factors that contribute to break outs

Factors that can contribute to skin ruptures such as blackheads, whiteheads and pimples include hereditary, oily skin, menstrual cycles, candidiasis,  and hormonal imbalances. 

If drugs such as steriods and oral contraceptions are taken, it could also contribute to break outs.

Add an unbalanced diet high in saturated fats and animal products, with not enough fresh fruit and vegetable; together with environmental and industrial pollutants, and you can get very aggravated skin ruptures.

Although more than 20 million teenagers suffer from this skin disorder, acne affects adults increasingly aswell. Whilst teenage acne tends to concentrate on areas such as the face and the upper body, adult acne tends to be along the jaw line and can be more severe and painful.

There are many ways to get rid of acne and acne scars. Before trying antibiotics and more severe forms of medication and surgery, try more holistic approaches, and you may find that  clear and beautiful skin will be your once again. 

  Don’t Live With Acne Anymore!