Spa-At-Home: Facial Cleanser And Face Scrub Recipes

Acne is a common condition, especially in adolescence. Because of this, it can be difficult to pinpoint a specific cause for each individual case of acne. However, the most common acne causes include:

– Hormonal changes when starting puberty and entering adulthood
– Medications such as corticosteroids, androgens or lithium
– Continuous pressure or friction against the skin
– Genetic predisposition

People often get acne during puberty, when hormonal changes cause the oil-producing glands under the skin to become more active. Though acne is most common from ages 11 to 30, some people (especially women) develop acne later in life. Adult acne may be caused by hormonal changes, birth control, stress and certain medications.

So how can acne be prevented? Sometimes acne prevention isn’t possible, especially if you carry a family history or are going through hormonal changes. However, sticking to a doctor-recommended acne-cleansing regimen is a good first step.