What do they have in common?

We all have acne hormones⁠—

and that may be why acne is the most common skin condition in the US

Helpful Answers

Up to 50Million people in the US are affected by acne each year

Acne happens when pores become clogged with sebum (an oily wax in the skin), dead skin cells, and bacteria.

What are the different types of acne?

Blackheads

Dark, black spots
Tiny & debris filled

Whiteheads

Tiny white or flesh colored bumps

Pimples

Inflammation causes small, red bumps

Acne Cysts or Nodules

Deep & painful
Can cause scarring

But no matter what they look like on the outside....it all starts from the same root cause...acne hormones in the skin.

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Here’s how acne hormones work

Overproduction of sebum can cause inflammation and bacterial growth, which leads to acne. Sebum production is controlled by acne hormones in the skin, called androgens. Since hormones fluctuate throughout life, starting in the teen years, acne hormones can cause acne for almost anyone—all genders, ages, and stages.