Many people experience acne when they are in their teenage years, however some people don’t realize that acne can be prevalent when they are in there 20’s, 30’s or even as senior citizens. Acne is not just for teenagers, here are some reasons why acne can show up on your face at anytime.
Acne’s root cause is due to a hormonal imbalance that overproduces sebum. Sebum is an oily substance found in most hair follicles. Hair follicle glands produce sebum. Many hair follicles that produce too much sebum can become clogged. Bacteria feed off the sebum and infects the follicle causing a pimple.Â
Acne is not just for teenagers because a shift or hormonal imbalance can cause overproduction of sebum at any time. Many women that become pregnant, experience acne due to their hormones. Other times during the life cycle that acne can be prevalent is menopause and during senior years.
While most types of acne are easily treatable, many people are amazed when they find out that acne has reared its ugly head. Many women choose to take prescription medications that control their hormones to lessen the prevalence of acne. Birth control pills are one medication that has been proven to less the extent of acne. The birth control pill requires a prescription and you should consult with your dermatologist for a correct diagnosis and whether you are a good candidate for the birth control pill to work. So if you are past your teenage years and find yourself with acne, check out the above tips on why acne is not just for teenagers.
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