What Causes Acne?
Acne develops when pores in our skin become blocked with oil, dead skin cells, and sometimes bacteria. Hormonal changes, often during teenage years or menstruation, can trigger excess oil production, contributing to acne. Genetics play a role too. If your parents experienced acne, you might be more prone to it. Stress doesn’t directly cause acne, but it can worsen existing breakouts. Understanding the causes of acne helps us choose the most effective treatment options.
Keep your face clean
Whether or not you have acne, it’s important to wash your face twice daily to remove impurities, dead skin cells, and extra oil from your skin’s surface. Washing more often than twice daily is not necessarily better; it may do more harm than good. Use warm, not hot, water and a mild facial cleanser. Using a harsh soap (like deodorant body soap) can hurt already inflamed skin and cause more irritation.
