As you may have seen on our ‘Acne Types’ page, acne is primarily caused by sticky dead skin cells from the lining o...

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Everyone has a certain amount of bacteria living in and on their body. Some species of bacteria are good for the body and help ...

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During the menstrual cycle levels of the hormone estrogen fluctuate in a woman’s body. From around day 14 until when the period...

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As cosmetics and other skin products are applied to the skin they form a covering over the skin’s pores. Some products will gen...

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Stress if often thought to play a role in acne. However, there has not been enough research into the area to prove that stress ...

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Currently, there has not been enough research to prove a direct link between diet and acne. However, on an anecdotal and observ...

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Friction, or rubbing, caused by tight clothing and repetitive pressure (such as backpack straps rubbing against shoulders) can ...

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There are several medical conditions that can result in the development or increase of acne. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome The main...

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There are several medications that can result in the development or increase of acne. Steroids and Hormone Therapy Steroids are...

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