Identifying the Causes of Acne
The history and causes of acne have been haunted by old wives tales and myths since the first break-out of zits most probably centuries ago.
It's a fact that the exact cause of these unsightly spots is unknown.
However known treatments with great success rates are available.
Before we can look at the causes of this skin problem we first have to establish how these pimples develop as well as the types of this infection.
How do acne and pimples develop? Sebum oil and dead cell follicles are blocked in the pores due to pore closures and collapses.
White blood cells are attracted and the skin becomes infected and inflamed as a result of the fight between the white blood cells and bacteria.
Development takes two to three weeks before it surfaces' on the skin.
Remember that it can be inflammatory and non-inflammatory.
The inflammatory variety is the most common type and also known as Comedo.
Comedo's with remaining blockages inside skin is called white heads.
Open pores with blockages pushing out the skin is known as blackheads.
Pustules, Nodules and Cysts are present where the inflammation is deep and serious.
Adult and Teen Acne - Two common types of spots and blackheads are can be identified either teen or adult.
Make sure whether the issue is teen or adult before you start treatment, as teenager products will not work effectively on adults.
The teen variant is present between ages 12-18 and adults are classed as being from 19+.
Another scarce occurrence is on babies.
However this is very rare.
Factors having impact on acne.
Various factors have an impact on increased development of this skin problem.
The most important of all these factors is hormones.
The slightest fluctuation in hormone levels can lead to extreme break-out's as over-stimulation of oil glands occur..
Fluctuations can occur as result of an increase of male hormone "Androgen" during puberty, hormonal imbalance during menstruation, stress and insomnia.
Zits are also hereditary.
If your parents where or are prone to these outbursts, the chances are greater that you will also develop or even be born with the skin condition.
Popular old wives tales and myths.
Fatty food, cheese and chocolate are often blamed as a cause of acne.
However extensive research conducted found that food has limited impact on its development.
Another common myth is that sufferers do not follow proper hygiene regimes.
Acne, blackheads and white heads are not related to dirty skin.
However make-up must be removed thoroughly to avoid clogging by the products.
It's a fact that the exact cause of these unsightly spots is unknown.
However known treatments with great success rates are available.
Before we can look at the causes of this skin problem we first have to establish how these pimples develop as well as the types of this infection.
How do acne and pimples develop? Sebum oil and dead cell follicles are blocked in the pores due to pore closures and collapses.
White blood cells are attracted and the skin becomes infected and inflamed as a result of the fight between the white blood cells and bacteria.
Development takes two to three weeks before it surfaces' on the skin.
Remember that it can be inflammatory and non-inflammatory.
The inflammatory variety is the most common type and also known as Comedo.
Comedo's with remaining blockages inside skin is called white heads.
Open pores with blockages pushing out the skin is known as blackheads.
Pustules, Nodules and Cysts are present where the inflammation is deep and serious.
Adult and Teen Acne - Two common types of spots and blackheads are can be identified either teen or adult.
Make sure whether the issue is teen or adult before you start treatment, as teenager products will not work effectively on adults.
The teen variant is present between ages 12-18 and adults are classed as being from 19+.
Another scarce occurrence is on babies.
However this is very rare.
Factors having impact on acne.
Various factors have an impact on increased development of this skin problem.
The most important of all these factors is hormones.
The slightest fluctuation in hormone levels can lead to extreme break-out's as over-stimulation of oil glands occur..
Fluctuations can occur as result of an increase of male hormone "Androgen" during puberty, hormonal imbalance during menstruation, stress and insomnia.
Zits are also hereditary.
If your parents where or are prone to these outbursts, the chances are greater that you will also develop or even be born with the skin condition.
Popular old wives tales and myths.
Fatty food, cheese and chocolate are often blamed as a cause of acne.
However extensive research conducted found that food has limited impact on its development.
Another common myth is that sufferers do not follow proper hygiene regimes.
Acne, blackheads and white heads are not related to dirty skin.
However make-up must be removed thoroughly to avoid clogging by the products.
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