👉 Acne, often referred to as pimples, is a common skin condition caused by the overproduction of sebum, an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands, and the buildup of dead skin cells. When hair follicles become clogged with this mixture, bacteria can proliferate, leading to inflammation and the formation of pimples. Factors like hormonal changes, genetics, stress, and certain medications can exacerbate this process. Common types include open comedones (blackheads), closed comedones (whiteheads), papules (small red bumps), pustules (small pus-filled bumps), nodules (deep, painful cysts), and cysts (large, painful lesions). Treatments range from topical products to oral medications and, in severe cases, professional interventions like chemical peels or laser therapy.
