Several studies have analyzed hair follicle chemistry and serum (blood) chemistry to determine differences in androgen, testosterone, dihydrotestosterone, lipases, etc. Levels between men and women, men with and without acne and women with and without acne. While these tests have determined males have more testosterone than females, there seems to be no “smoking gun” regarding irregularities between those with or without acne, with one important exception. Read the rest of this entry

Rosacea is a condition that affects women more often than men, but men have more severe symptoms than do women. The onset of symptoms tends to occur in people over 30 years of age although both women and men can experience it at anytime.
Adult acne rosacea is a skin disorder that shows up on the middle part of the face. The areas of the face around the nose, forehead and chin become reddened and can be full of pimples. Even though it is called acne rosacea, it is different than acne. Acne rosacea is a disease that mostly affects adults who have fair skin. In the areas affected by rosacea, the blood vessels, which are usually small, become enlarged and visible.

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Do you want to know what one of the greatest confidence-breakers is? It’s not a junky car, a job making minimum wage, or a miniscule bicep. These are not that big of a deal. In fact, all can be remedied with proper time and drive. I am referring to a burden that attacks you from puberty. Yes indeed folks, it’s the zit. Read the rest of this entry