Acne for Adults Too

You thought the days of puberty were far behind you, but here you are with unsightly pimples on your chin and around your mouth. Going back to a teenager? No, cases are increasing, more and more adults are affected by acne. 25% of adults are affected.

The hormonal changes experienced during this period of life disturb our skin. The excessive secretion of sebum expands on the surface of the skin. But the channel can clog the pore and the bacterial growth within it can cause the appearance of black spots.

More and more adults are victims of acne, particularly women between 25 and 40 years. The eruptions occur in them throughout the areas of the mouth and chin with premenstrual flares, while among men it is seen on the back and neck. According to an epidemiological survey, 25% of respondents reported being affected by acne. We do not know exactly why, but several assumptions are made. Instead of protecting, misuse of cosmetics eventually attacks the skin. Stress would also have a harmful influence. Finally, air pollution is also called to the dock. However hormonal factors and contraceptives do not appear to be involved.

As for general treatments, oral antibiotics (erythromycin and cyclin) are often prescribed for people suffering from severe acne. But the risk of developing antimicrobial resistance exists. “30 to 40% of the strains involved in this skin disease are now resistant” says Brigitte Dreno. This evil may well create a habit of our organization, one that will not be able to defend themselves against infection when the time comes. It is for this reason that the former Health Minister Bernard Kouchner of France, has initiated a national plan to preserve the effectiveness of antibiotics.

If we do not die of acne, the impact on the quality of life of people affected could be real, especially if they already lack trust in them. Do not hesitate to consult a dermatologist who is the most appropriate for your skin problem.

Acne: What Are the Causes?

Blackheads, whiteheads … As a teenager, acne often prevents to see life in color. But what are the causes of this skin disease that affects nearly 80% of young people in the early years of life? Review the three main causes.

Acne is a disease affecting the hair follicle at the root of our hair. At its base are the sebaceous glands responsible for the production of oil, fat prevents drying of the skin. But during puberty, this well-oiled machinery at the worst!

Acne in three stages:

The emergence of a pimple at the follicle is due to three events:

-Excessive secretion of sebum in the follicle;
-Obstruction of the follicle (for reasons still unknown);
-Bacterial growth within the follicle.

During puberty, the production of male sex hormones (androgens) causes an excess of sebum in the sebaceous glands. The excess sebum flows on the surface of the skin becoming more greasy. But the channel may be burdened and the pore is blocked resulting in the appearance of a black or white pimple

Stress and heredity

Stress is accused of all evils, and sometimes it is accused of being responsible for the appearance of pimples (acne). We also know that stress can affect hormone levels. It might therefore have an influence on the development of this skin disease. But according to the latest review to date, its role is still the subject of controversy and singularly lack of validated scientific studies on the subject.

In addition, many students note a significant number of patients for acne of both sexes in the same family. Although a genetic susceptibility has been suspected, no evidence has been made so far.