One of the most common problems that teens and adults have to deal with is acne. It is a skin condition present in many places around the world, affecting millions of people. It is said that up to 50 million Americans are affected by acne annually. But what is it, really?
Here’s what actually happens in your skin to form a zit: A hair follicle becomes clogged with natural oil, known as sebum, along with dead skin cells and bacteria. This is accompanied by inflammation, part of the body’s immune response, which is what causes the redness and swelling. The more sebum and bacteria, the more acne. But then things get tricky.
Part of what makes acne so difficult to treat is that there are many contributing factors. Hormone fluctuations spur many acne flare-ups. So, changes in women’s hormones during menstruation, pregnancy or menopause makes acne more common in women.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for acne. But there are many ways to reduce their occurrence on your face.
More details about this over at Discover Magazine.
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Someone told me honey works quite fine for acne. Am I wrong?
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