What causes acne?

Acne is usually the product of a complicated combination of internal and external factors that interfere with the natural equilibrium of your skin. One of the most important causes is the overproduction of oil, or sebum, by the sebaceous glands. The excess oil mixes with dead skin cells and blocks the pores of the skin, providing an ideal breeding ground for bacteria — particularly Cutibacterium acnes — to grow. When this bacterial accumulation happens, it results in inflammation and the formation of different forms of acne lesions such as blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples.

One of the most typical underlying reasons is hormonal change — especially at puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, or under lots of stress. These hormonal fluctuations can boost sebum production and make acne worse. Heredity is another important factor; if you come from an acnegenic family, your skin may well produce more sebum or be more likely to shed skin cells unevenly and so become prone to clogged pores. Aside from this, diet and environmental triggers like a diet high in glycemic content (such as high-sugar and processed foods), sleep deprivation, profuse sweating, environmental toxins, and wrong skincare or cosmetics products can also make acne worse. Even consistently touching your face, tight clothes, or unclean phone screens and pillowcases can be exacerbating factors. Medications such as corticosteroids, lithium, and some contraceptives also cause acne. While everybody's skin behaves differently, knowledge of these causes allows you to better manage them. By controlling and avoiding these causes, and receiving early and proper treatment, it is more than possible to keep acne from becoming a chronic issue.

Common Causes of Acne

• Excess oil (sebum) production – by the skin’s glands
• Clogged pores – due to dead skin cells not shedding properly
• Bacterial buildup – (Cutibacterium acnes) inside blocked pores
• Hormonal fluctuations – (puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, stress)
• Genetics – family history of acne increases your risk
• Use of pore-clogging products – heavy makeup, greasy moisturizers
• Certain medications – corticosteroids, lithium, some birth controls
• Diet – high in sugar, dairy, and processed foods
• Stress and poor sleep – disrupts hormonal balance
• Environmental causes – pollution, humidity, sweat accumulation
• Pressure or friction over the skin – constrictive helmets, clothing, or phones

How to Prevent Acne

• How to have good skincare: Using non-comedogenic skin care products will keep your pores clear and help prevent acne from developing.
• How to balance hormones: Stress relief through relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation will reduce acne resulting from hormonal imbalances.
• How not to irritate your skin: Refrain from touching your face too much or using tough scrubs that will irritate and inflame your skin and cause acne.

Rationales for Choosing Bollin Clinic UK for Acne Treatments

We offer custom treatment plans and strive to meet our patient's needs at Bollin Clinic UK. Our clinics have integrated specialized acne treatment into advanced skincare solutions, often used for different skin types and severities due to acne. Bollin Clinic UK provides care, starting from the first consultation, subsequent treatment and maintenance visits. Comfort, safety, and self confidence throughout the entire process is essential.