"The oil on your skin sebum from pores is mostly influenced by hormones and genetics. The primary cause of acne is an increase in androgens, or male sex hormones, which happens in men and women at puberty. This triggers an increase in production of sebum, and mixed with dead skin cells, this can block the pores. The oily environment allows bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes), which are naturally present on the skin, to thrive, leading to inflammation."
"Environmental factors do play a role, says Simpson. And though this doesn't include greasy food consumption, it could include our stress levels and our diet in a wider sense. Acne has become more widespread over the past century. Some believe the rise could be linked to an increase in high glycaemic index foods, such as simple carbohydrates and sugary treats, though Simpson stresses that nothing is certain."
Oily skin in acne-prone people is mainly determined by hormones and genetics. Androgen increases at puberty raise sebum production, and sebum mixed with dead skin cells can block pores. The blocked pores create an environment where Propionibacterium acnes proliferate, provoking inflammation. Other hormonal changes such as polycystic ovary syndrome or progesterone-only contraception can increase acne risk. Environmental factors including stress and overall diet may influence acne. High glycaemic index foods and refined sugars are under investigation for contributing via gut-skin interactions. Restrictive diets can be harmful, especially for teenagers; consult a doctor if gentle self-care fails.
Read at www.theguardian.com
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]