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Asian Skin and Acne

Treating Acne in Asian Skin The Essential Info As with all ethnicities, acne among people of Asian descent is very common. The limited research that has been performed points toward a possibility that both Asian teens and adults may experience less acne when compared to other ethnicities. As with all non-Caucasian ethnicities, Asian skin is more …

Baby Acne: What Is It, and What Causes It?

Baby Acne Is Mild Acne That Develops in Some Newborn Babies Because of Hormone Fluctuations after Birth The Essential Info About 1 in 5 babies, mostly baby boys, are born with acne or develop it in the first six weeks of their lives. This baby acne is usually mild and appears on the face. Baby …

Why Do People Get Acne Mostly on the Face and Upper Body?

Because Pores in These Areas Produce More Skin Oil The Essential Info Although acne lesions can appear anywhere on the body except the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, they occur most often on the face and upper body. This is most likely due to the following factors: More Skin Oil: The …

Can Wearing a Face Mask Trigger or Worsen Acne?

Yes. Choose a Lightweight, Soft Mask That Won’t Rub Against Your Skin, Ideally in a Light Color to Limit Sweating. The Essential Info Wearing a face mask can be essential for limiting the spread of respiratory infections like COVID-19. However, regularly wearing a mask can worsen existing acne or even trigger a breakout in someone …

What Are the Best Foods for People with Acne?

Low-Glycemic Foods, as Well as Foods High in Antioxidants, Zinc, and Omega-3s Might Help. The Top Food: Oysters! The Essential Info No one knows for sure to what degree diet affects acne. However, we do have some initial evidence that points towards the possibility that certain foods might be better for acne than others. The …

Are Dermatologists Experts in Acne?

While All Dermatologists Have Some Knowledge of Acne, Only Those with a Special Interest in Acne Seek out Additional Training and Become Experts The Essential Info Dermatology is a broad field that deals with over 2,000 skin diseases, and the study of acne makes up only about 2% of the medical school curriculum devoted to …

Does Fabric Softener Cause Acne?

It Is Unknown, so It May Be Best to Use Alternatives Like Wool or Plastic Anti-static Dryer Balls The Essential Info Fabric softeners are products used after laundry is washed to make clothing feel softer and reduce static cling, wrinkling, and drying time. Some people are concerned that the fabric softener that is left on …

Is Pizza Bad for Acne?

Follow These Suggestions to Enjoy Pizza When You Have Acne The Essential Info I hesitate to even write an article like this because my youth was dominated by avoiding certain “bad foods for acne” I would read about. As you read through this information, keep in mind that having a few slices of pizza on occasion …

Is There an Evolutionary Reason or Purpose for Acne?

Acne May Be a Side Effect of Losing Our Body Hair as We Evolved, an Adaptation That Makes Childbirth Easier, or Even a Way That Nature Prevents Teens from Having Kids Too Early The Essential Info Today, the majority of teenagers and many adults experience acne to some degree. Evolutionary biologists have proposed three theories …

Women, Stress, and Acne

Stress Is Associated with Acne, and Women Experience More Stress The Essential Info Everyone gets stressed from time to time, but if stress becomes chronic it may lead to inflammation in the skin. Since acne is at its core an inflammatory disease, more inflammation in the skin may lead to more acne. Females as a …