Acne is a very common skin condition caused by oil and bacteria in the skin, hormones, and genetics that affects teenagers and adults. Acne is a common skin condition where the pores of your skin become blocked by hair, sebum (an oily substance), bacteria and dead skin cells. Acne can be almost anywhere on your body, but you’ll most commonly notice breakouts on your: face, neck, back, shoulders, and chest. Acne can cause uneven texture, discoloration, acne scars, redness, swelling, dark skin patches and rough skin. 

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TYPES OF ACNE

• Whiteheads: Plugged hair follicles that stay beneath the skin and produce a white bump.

• Blackheads: Plugged follicles that reach the surface of the skin and open up. They look black on the skin surface because the air discolours the sebum, not because they are dirty.

• Papules: Inflamed lesions that usually appear as small, pink bumps on the skin and can be tender to the touch.

• Pustules or pimples: Papules topped by white or yellow pus-filled lesions that may be red at the base.

• Nodules: Large, painful, solid lesions that are lodged deep within the skin.

• Severe nodular acne (sometimes called cystic acne): Deep, painful, pus-filled lesions.

 

ACNE CAUSES

• Excess or high production of oil in the pore.

• The buildup of dead skin cells in the pore.

• Growth of bacteria in the pore.

The following factors may increase your risk of developing acne:

• Hormones. An increase in androgens, which are male sex hormones, may lead to acne. These increase in both boys and girls normally during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy can also cause acne.  

• Family history. Researchers believe that you may be more likely to get acne if your parents had acne. 

• Medications. Certain medications, such as medications that contain hormones, corticosteroids, and lithium, can cause acne.

• Age. People of all ages can get acne, but it is more common in teens. 

 The following do not cause acne but may make it worse.

• Diet: Some studies show that eating certain foods may make acne worse. Researchers are continuing to study the role of diet as a cause of acne.

• Stress.

• Pressure from sports helmets, tight clothes, or backpacks.

• Environmental irritants, such as pollution and high humidity.

• Squeezing or picking at blemishes.

• Scrubbing your skin too hard

 

ACNE TREATMENTS

 

Microneedling

Chemical Peels

AlumierMD Skincare

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 With every service provided, a complimentary initial consultation is offered to review your aesthetic goals, expectations and desires. We work with you to understand the cause of your concern and build a custom treatment plan to achieve your aesthetic goal and help you feel beautiful in your own skin.

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