Clogged pores are follicles clogged with dead cell buildup and solidified sebum. When oxygen is blocked from the follicle, acne bacteria causes inflammation in it which leads to pimples.
An occasional breakout is not necessarily acne. Just like congested skin may never develop into pimples.
Acne may be mild (few, occasional pimples), moderate (inflammatory papules), or severe (nodules and cysts). Treatment depends on the severity of the condition.
There are several skin conditions which may be confused for acne such as rosacea, perioral dermatitis, allergies to name just a few.
There are six main types of acne:
Acne and occasional breakouts can be caused by a variety of factors, but are usually influenced from external and internal factors such as environment, diet, and hormone levels.
The condition of your skin such as dehydration, sensitivity, acne, etc or a combination of them, should also be taken into consideration when selecting your skincare products. Make sure to identify your skin type first though.
Some skin conditions require consultation by a doctor.
Please note that this content is merely a guideline, not a medical advise.
Read more about other common skin conditions dehydration, hyperpigmentation, sensitivity, ageing.
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