Acne is a major skin problem that is most common in young women and adversely affects the beauty of the face. Acne is caused by the accumulation of natural oil and dead cells produced by the sebaceous glands under our skin in the pores of the skin and clogging them. Here are the 5 main scientific reasons behind this:
Excessive sebum production: Sebum is an oil that the body produces to protect the skin from dryness. However, when this sebum is produced excessively due to hormonal changes, it clogs the pores of the skin. This is the number one reason for the formation of acne.
Hormonal Changes: During puberty, androgen hormones increase significantly in boys and girls. These hormones stimulate the oil glands to produce more sebum. In addition, hormonal imbalances in women, especially just before menstruation, during pregnancy, and in those with PCOS / PCOD, can cause severe acne.
Bacterial invasion (C. acnes Bacteria): When the pores of the skin become clogged with oil and dead cells, bacteria of the Cutibacterium acnes species begin to multiply rapidly. When these bacteria cause infection and inflammation in the skin, small pimples turn into large, painful pimples.
Poor diet and insulin increase (High Glycemic Diet): Excessive consumption of dairy products, chocolates, bakery products containing sugar and flour, and fast food quickly increases the insulin hormone in the blood (High Glycemic Index). This causes swelling in the body and doubles the production of oil, increasing acne.
Stress & Cosmetics: When there is severe stress, the body releases the hormone cortisol. This overstimulates the oil glands. Also, using chemical-rich and oily (comedogenic) creams and foundations on the face directly clogs the skin’s pores and causes acne.