Our skin produces sebum (natural oil) that moisturizes and protects it from external damage. However, due to hormones and genetics some of us secrete more sebum than others. This leads to blocked pores and inflammation, causing acne.
Acne can range from mild to severe, and also result in scarring. It significantly impacts the emotional well-being of a person.
WHAT CAUSES ACNE?
SEBORRHEA
When the skin produces too much oil, dead skin cells and external pollutants get trapped in the pores, inflaming the skin. This leads to acne. While cleansers and gels provide temporary relief, natural solutions help treat it long term.
HYPERKERATOSIS
When dead skin cells build up, the skin thickens and pores get clogged. This makes the sebum push against the hair follicles, creating acne bumps. Exfoliate your skin regularly to get rid of dead cells.
BACTERIA
The P. acne bacteria lies dormant in healthy skin to stop harmful bacteria from getting into the pores. But in excessively oily skin, it infects the skin and is a primary cause of inflammation, resulting in acne.
MEDICATIONS
Sometimes chemicals in medicines trigger acne. Medications related to lithium, cortisone, hormone therapy, iodides, seizure treatments can cause acne as a side-effect.
LIFESTYLE CAUSES
An unhealthy lifestyle is a major cause of acne. Bad diet and stress directly impact the skin condition. Acne flare-ups also occur from poor hygiene, vigorous scrubbing of the skin, harsh chemical products, and touching the affected area too much.
