Beauty may try to get rid of acne, but it always seems to be caught in its clutches. The constant battle against acne has left many exhausted and discouraged. There are many factors that can cause acne to appear, and it's important for beauty to understand these culprits.
1. Skin Type
Skin type refers to the amount of oil secretion, pore size, and thickness of the stratum corneum. Some skin types are more prone to acne, and oily skin is the most susceptible. Beauties who struggle with acne often have oily skin.
However, acne can occur in other skin types as well. While oily skin is more prone to acne due to excessive oil secretion, other factors can also contribute to acne. Dry and combination skin can also experience acne, but the likelihood is lower, and the recovery and recurrence rates are faster and lower, respectively.
2. Diet
Some foods can stimulate oil secretion, and excessive oil secretion can lead to acne. Improper diet can also cause constipation, which can trigger acne.
3. Environmental Changes
Transitioning from a place with lower temperature and humidity to a place with higher temperature and humidity can cause acne. This is because increased oil secretion leads to blocked pores and the appearance of acne. Therefore, changing seasons or traveling can sometimes result in acne breakouts. Constipation can cause toxins to accumulate in the intestines, which are then absorbed into the pores and expelled through sweat and oil, leading to the formation of blackheads.
4. Sun Exposure
Sun exposure not only increases oil secretion but also thickens the stratum corneum. Even if oil secretion is low, such as in dry skin, the accumulation of excessive dead skin cells can clog pores and cause acne to appear.
5. Irritating Skincare Products
Skincare products, especially cosmetics, can clog pores and trigger acne. Some skincare products contain irritating ingredients that can also cause acne, such as certain shampoos and toothpaste.
6. Medications
Some medications contain toxic and irritating substances that can worsen acne when used for a prolonged period. Examples include bromides and iodides. Medications that contain certain hormones can also exacerbate acne symptoms, such as birth control pills.
7. Mental Stress
Excessive psychological stress and mental tension can disrupt hormone balance through the central nervous system, leading to imbalanced oil secretion and the development of acne. Therefore, it is common for acne to appear before or after exams or during stressful events.
8. Fatigue
The skin also undergoes a process of renewal and metabolism. Too much physical fatigue can disrupt the skin's metabolism, making it easier for acne to appear.
9. Menstrual Cycle
Almost 70% of women experience acne breakouts during their menstrual cycle. Hormonal changes during this period lead to increased sebum secretion, resulting in oily skin and the appearance of acne.
