The problem with myths in the case of acne problems is the simple fact that what you believe can actually hurt you. Not only can some of these myths actually make acne worse if they are acted on, but they can make a sufferer just down right miserable as they work hard to avoid things they love. Read the rest of this entry

Why does acne develop or get worse than before?

Acne develops or gets worse because of an increasing level of hormones in your body or if you start breaking it out. Hormones like progesterone determine your oil glands to produce more oil, which means more acne.

Another important reason is the continuing changes in hydration in your body. The lack of the amount of necessary water makes the hormone secretions remain undiluted and they will not pass through the body so quickly. Read the rest of this entry

One of the most common misconceptions about acne is that it is a sign of improper hygiene. Even with proper hygiene, you can still have acne or pimples.

Acne is a skin condition wherein the pores of follicles of the skin are blocked. The oil which should have been coming out of the surface of the skin is blocked, along with the dirt and bacteria, causing pimples to grow.

Basically, there are two forms of blemishes which break out on the skin’s surface: blackheads and whiteheads.

Whiteheads form when oil, dirt and bacteria are trapped below the surface of the skin. Blackheads, on the other hand, form when the trapped elements beneath the layer of the skin turn black because of melanin.

Either way, the exact cause of acne is relatively unknown. This is a common skin condition which affects most people, no matter what gender, skin color or age. Read the rest of this entry