Cystic Acne What Is a Draining Sinus? A draining sinus is a huge acne lesion (2-5 centimeters long) that forms when multiple cysts merge inside the skin. Draining sinuses are filled with... October 29, 2020
About Acne
If you have ever had a pimple, you’ve had acne. It is a hormonal and inflammatory disease that affects all ethnicities, particularly during adolescence and early adulthood, and is found primarily on the face and upper body.
Acne lesions occur when the pores of the skin become clogged, trapping skin oil and bacteria inside, leading to a variety of acne lesions, from mild acne to severe acne that can scar.
Factors that may make acne worse: genetics, hormones, physical irritation of the skin, stress, sunburns, cosmetics, and diet.
Avoid pore-clogging ingredients, and always pop correctly.
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Smoking/Alcohol/Drugs Alcohol and Acne Nobody knows whether drinking alcohol can lead to cause acne or make acne worse. The scientific community has not produced enough evidence, and the evidence we do have is inconclusive and mixed. However, physical irritation of the skin makes acne worse, and inebriated people tend to be less careful. October 29, 2020
Cystic Acne What Is an Acne Cyst? Acne cysts are very large lesions that are part of a type of severe acne called "nodulocystic acne," or more simply, "cystic acne." They are soft to the touch and are normally found on the upper back, back of the neck, and face. October 29, 2020
Exercise/Sports How Exercise Might Help with Acne Regular exercise may promote positive changes in the body and skin that could potentially improve acne, but like all things in life, moderation is key. When it comes to sweat, that should not be an issue when it comes to acne and just might help. October 28, 2020
What Is Acne What Is an Acne Papule? An acne papule is a slightly raised, red, sore lesion that is not yet filled with pus. A papule stays on the skin for a... October 28, 2020
What Is Acne What Is an Acne Pustule? Pustules are what people normally refer to as "zits." They are slightly raised, red, sore lesions with a white/yellow center and are filled with pus. They normally stay on the skin for only a few days, and can be popped when they are ready. October 28, 2020
What Is Acne What Is an Acne Nodule? Nodules are large, red, painful acne lesions that form after a pore bursts and expels its contents deep into the skin, resulting in a severe inflammatory reaction. They are firm, fibrous lesions that do not contain pus and should never be squeezed or try to be popped. October 28, 2020
Comedogenicity What Is Comedogenicity, and What Ingredients Are Comedogenic? Comedogenic ingredients are topical skin care ingredients that clog pores and can lead to acne. From the evidence we have from clinical studies thus far, it is prudent to avoid these ingredients if they are within the first 7 ingredients listed on your skin care product. October 27, 2020
What Is Acne What Is Acne Fulminans? Acne fulminans is a severe form of acne that affects young white males, and is unique because it (1) comes with severe acne lesions that... October 27, 2020
Diet How Fatty Foods Affect Acne It may be the calorie content in fatty food more than the fat itself that might lead to more acne. However, there is simply not enough evidence for us to conclude anything about fatty food and acne until we see randomized controlled studies on the subject. October 23, 2020