Acne or Pimples, Remedy for Acne, Pimples

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What causes Acne?

The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it results from several related factors.

• One important factor is an increase in hormones called androgens (male sex hormones). These increase in both boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy or starting or stopping birth control pills can also cause acne.

• Another factor is heredity or genetics. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop acne can be inherited from parents. For example, studies have shown that many school-age boys with acne have a family history of the disorder.

• Certain drugs, including androgens and lithium, are known to cause acne.

• Greasy oil-based cosmetics and moisturizers may contribute to plugging the pores.

When the wall of the plugged follicle breaks down, it spills everything into the nearby skin--sebum, shed skin cells, and bacteria--leading to lesions or pimples.