Acne
Acne is a common disorder that arises from hair follicles and their associated sebaceous glands. The severity of acne is related to the amount of sebum produced by sebaceous glands. Sebum is an oily substance produced by the skin that lubricates hair and skin. Sebum is also a powerful inflammatory agent affecting the shedding of cells from the epidermis – upper layer of the skin. This can result in the blockage of pores resulting in whiteheads and blackheads.
What lifestyle factors can worsen acne?
Sebum production is increased by hot showers, hot baths, saunas, steam rooms and excessive sweating. Dietary factors can also worsen acne and include eating non-organic dairy products, diets with high sugar content as well as stimul