Acne vulgaris, widely known as “Acne”. It is a common chronic skin disease involving blockage and/ or inflammation of pilosebaceous units (hair follicles and their accompanying sebaceous gland).
The Acne Science
During puberty, the male sex hormones known as “androgens” increase in both boys and girls.
Rise in
androgen levels
Oil (sebaceous) glands start to grow
Enlarged glands produces more sebum
Excessive sebum breaks down cellular walls in the pores
Bacteria starts
to grow
Inflammation and pimples form
Rise in
androgen levels
Oil (sebaceous) glands start to grow
Enlarged glands produces more sebum
Excessive sebum breaks down cellular walls in the pores
Bacteria starts
to grow
Inflammation and pimples form
Rise in
androgen levels
Oil (sebaceous) glands start to grow
Enlarged glands produces more sebum
Excessive sebum breaks down cellular walls in the pores
Bacteria starts
to grow
Inflammation and pimples form
Normally the sebum produced travels through the hair follicles to the skin. However, skin cells can plug the follicles thus blocking the sebum.
When follicles become plugged, skin bacteria begin to grow inside the follicles causing the development of pimples.
Types of Acne
Pustules
Cystic Lesions
Causes
Hormone changes during a woman’s menstrual cycle
Hormone changes
during pregnancy
Starting or stopping
birth control pills
Certain medication such as corticosteroids
Oil and grease from
external factors
Stress
Acne Complications
Acne can result in possible scarring on the face. It takes on 2 main forms:
- Scar develops when there is a loss in tissue resulting in an indentation on the surface of the skin
- Scar develops that is raised on the surface of the skin due to an overgrowth of scar tissue
Scarring can potentially alter the physical appearance and affect mental wellbeing if left untreated. However with the technological advancement in the medical aesthetic field, these concerns can be treated with safe and non-invasive solutions like acne scar reduction.
Types of Acne Scars
Solutions
There are multiple reasons and factors that contribute to acne formation and it ranges from mild, moderate to severe cases.
Depending on the severity of the condition, we have a wide range of solutions to help you alleviate this skin condition.
Protection
- Cleanse face daily (2 times a day)
- Remove impurities, dead skin cells and excess sebum from the skin’s surface
- DRJY TIP – use a mild facial cleanser that is suitable for your skin type, you can try our in-house AC Cleanser, AC series
- Stay out of the sun!
- UV rays can increase inflammation and redness, possibly leading to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- DRJY TIP – always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher on a daily basis and re-apply if under prolonged sun exposure. Check out our in-house SPF 45
- Cleanse face daily (2 times a day)
- Remove impurities, dead skin cells and excess sebum from the skin’s surface
- DRJY TIP – use a mild facial cleanser that is suitable for your skin type, you can try our in-house AC Cleanser, AC series
- Stay out of the sun!
- UV rays can increase inflammation and redness, possibly leading to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
- DRJY TIP – always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher on a daily basis and re-apply if under prolonged sun exposure. Check out our in-house SPF 45
Prevention
- Avoid touching your face as it can introduce and spread bacteria
- DO NOT squeeze or pop your pimples as it can lead to permanent scarring, more noticeable and painful acne and inflammation
- Certain topical and/ or oral medications can help in reducing acne formation. Speak to our specialist to know more!
- Avoid touching your face as it can introduce and spread bacteria
- DO NOT squeeze or pop your pimples as it can lead to permanent scarring, more noticeable and painful acne and inflammation
- Certain topical and/ or oral medications can help in reducing acne formation. Speak to our specialist to know more!
Treatment
- To deep cleanse the skin and remove dead skin cells from pores
- To deep cleanse the skin and remove dead skin cells from pores
