Cystic Acne
Regular Acne vs. Cystic Acne: What's the Difference?
Regular acne refers to "zits" or "pimples" that almost everyone has gotten before. Cystic acne refers to larger and more severe acne lesions called nodules...
April 02, 2021
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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What Is Acne
How Is Teen Acne Different from Adult Acne?
Teen acne and adult acne are the same disease, but teen acne is more common than adult acne (particularly in males), and teen acne comes with more breakouts on the forehead and temples, while adult acne comes with more breakouts on the lower half of the face.
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About Acne
How Do Acne Lesions Heal?
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Adult Acne
How Common Is Adult Acne?
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Makeup
Does Makeup Help with Self-esteem When You Have Acne?
Acne can wreak havoc on self-esteem. Makeup helps cover acne and may increase self-esteem while you treat your acne and get it under control. But be sure to use only non-comedogenic makeup and apply it with a featherlight touch to avoid irritation.
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Other Skin Conditions
Which Skin Type Ages Faster?
Three recent studies show us that oily, acne-prone skin might stay thicker, develop less deep wrinkles, and show less signs of skin aging in the long term. So, maybe there is a silver lining to having acne when you are younger.
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About Acne
Is There an Evolutionary Reason or Purpose for Acne?
Evolutionary biologists have proposed 3 theories: (1) Acne might be a byproduct of humans evolving to become less hairy. (2) It might be a side effect of skin oil produced to make childbirth easier. (3) It might make teens less attractive and less likely to reproduce before they are ready.
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About Acne
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Lifestyle Habits
Some Leave-in Hair Products May Cause Acne
Some leave-in hair products may come into contact with the skin and clog pores. This is particularly true with pomades, some oils, and brilliantine. All other leave-in hair products should also be carefully vetted for pore-clogging ingredients.
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