For FemalesMenopause and Acne
The hormonal changes in menopause can, in rare instances, cause an increase in acne symptoms. Acne after menopause is very rare, and if you see...
September 04,2018
DietHow 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.
September 03,2018
Body AcneWhy Do People Get Acne Mostly on the Face and Upper Body?
The skin of the face and upper body produce more skin oil than the rest of the body, which is the primary reason why these areas are more acne-prone. The skin of the face and upper body also tends to contain higher levels of hormones, which can also lead to more acne.
August 24,2018
Body AcneWhat Is the Difference Between Skin on the Face and Skin on the Body?
Skin on the face is thinner and more sensitive than skin on the body and requires a gentler treatment regimen when it comes to acne. Also, because skin oil glands tend to be larger on the body, acne lesions on the body have a tendency to be larger than on the face, but not always.
September 15,2018
DietWhy Is Researching "Diet and Acne" Difficult?
Studying the effect of diet on any disease is notoriously difficult because there are so many variables involved. This is why we do not yet...
September 03,2018
Sun ExposureActive Ingredients in Sunscreen in the United States
There are 17 active sunscreen ingredients approved for use in the United States, but only 8 of them are commonly found in sun-protection products. These 8 include titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, avobenzone, oxybenzone, homosalate, octisalate, octocrylene, and octinoxate.
September 03,2018
What Is AcneWhat Is the Difference Between Inflamed and Non-inflamed Acne?
Inflamed acne is acne that is red and sore—what people commonly refer to as "zits." Non-inflamed acne is acne that is not red or sore, and appears on the skin as small white or black dots, otherwise known as whiteheads and blackheads.
August 24,2018
Emotional/PsychologicalHow Are Acne and Depression Related?
Acne and depression are correlated, which means that acne can make depression worse and depression may also worsen acne. But there is not yet a definitive cause-and-effect relationship from the studies we have. Still, common sesne tells us that clearing up the skin obviously leads to lighter moods.
September 06,2018
StressDoes Stress Affect Acne?
Despite a lack of rigorous studies for us to draw from, since stress—particularly chronic stress—may lead to increased skin oil production and inflammation in the...
September 03,2018
For FemalesPremenstrual Acne
Acne in women tends to flare in the premenstrual window, approximately 7-10 days prior to menstruation. This is likely primarily due to the fluctuation of hormones. It can be kept in check with proper acne treatment, and/or oral contraceptives.
September 05,2018
