SKIN PRONE TO ACNE

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions. It appears more frequently during adolescence but can also affect individuals after the age of 25 or even 35.

The most common types of acne are:
Common acne
Late-onset acne or adult acne

The factors responsible for acne are:

Increased sebum production
Blockage of sebaceous follicles
Propionibacterium acnes (P. Acnes)
Intense psychological stress
Certain pharmaceutical or cosmetic products
Hormonal disorders

How it manifests:
Acne manifests with skin lesions such as:

Open or closed comedones, i.e., white or black spots
Cysts
Nodules
Pustules, i.e., red lesions with a white center
Papules, i.e., red lesions

Depending on the type of lesions, acne is characterized as comedonal or papulopustular.

Treatment

For mild acne, topical treatment is applied, while for more severe forms of acne, systemic treatment is recommended according to the dermatologist's instructions.

Expert advice

Wash your face daily, morning and evening, with a special soap.
Change your face towel regularly.
Do not use products containing alcohol or various oils.
Do not pick at pimples, as this can lead to scarring and poses a serious risk of infection.
Avoid excessive sun exposure, as skin dehydration worsens acne.