ACNE

Acne, or “acne vulgaris”, is an oily skin condition where skin’s sebaceous glands produce excess sebum. This causes pores to become clogged with dead cells and sebum. Sometimes, the process stops there, resulting in blackheads and whiteheads. This is known as “retentional acne”. In more severe cases, bacteria multiply in the trapped sebum and cause inflammation in the skin, resulting in superficial pimples called pustules, or deeper, hard and painful lesions called nodules and cysts. This is called “inflammatory acne”.

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    À quoi est due l'acné?

    Chez les personnes dont les peaux sont à tendance acnéique, un déséquilibre d'un certain type d'hormones, les androgènes, entraîne la production par la glande sébacée d'une grande quantité de sébum. Ces mêmes hormones entraînent une augmentation de la production des cellules mortes qui recouvrent les pores. Ces derniers s'obstruent alors d'un mélange de cellules et de sébum, et deviennent ainsi un terrain fertile pour les bactéries responsables de l'acné. Il en résulte différents types de boutons allant des boutons rouges aux pustules ou aux kystes douloureux et profonds.


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    La pilule aide-t-elle contre l'acné?

    L'acné est principalement liée aux hormones. Chez les femmes, l'acné peut être traitée par la pilule, aussi appelée contraception orale, qui rééquilibre les hormones pour une peau plus nette. Consultez votre médecin pour savoir si vous pouvez prétendre à ce traitement, car il ne convient pas à tout le monde.


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    Comment éliminer les cicatrices d'acné?

    Les cicatrices post-acné sont très difficiles à traiter. Certains soins professionnels peuvent néanmoins aider, comme la microdermabrasion, les peelings chimiques ou le microneedling. Idéalement, chez les personnes souffrant d'imperfections, l'apparition des cicatrices post-acné doit être prévenue au moyen de traitements adaptés tels que les antibiotiques ou l'isotrétinoïne. Vous pouvez également vous renseigner auprès de votre pharmacien sur les soins experts quotidiens, notamment ceux de la gamme EFFACLAR.


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TRUE
OR FALSE
OILY FOODS
EQUALS OILY SKIN.
FALSE
A common acne myth is that grease on your plate translates to more oil in your pores, but there is no direct link between the two. However, a diet rich in saturated fat can fuel micro-inflammation in all of the body's organs, including the skin. In short, bacon and chips won't cause acne, but moderation is the best policy for overall health.
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SUGAR CAN MAKE
ACNE WORSE.
TRUE
Recent studies have shown that high Glycemic Index foods - the ones that cause blood sugar to spike- can make acne worse. We know it's easier said than done, but to keep your skin happy, steer away from sweets, sugary drinks, and goodies made from white flour and stick to high-fiber foods, like whole grains and pulses, instead.
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SQUEEZING A PIMPLE
WON'T DO YOU MUCH GOOD.
TRUE
Even if it seems like a quick fix, squeezing a pimple will actually make things worse for your acne-prone skin as it could actually damage the infected hair follicle and increase inflammation. You could even introduce a new infection with your fingernails.So popping zits is a harmful habit and best avoided!
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CHOCOLATE IS BAD
FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN.
FALSE
There is no solid evidence that chocolate has any effect on acne, even if everyone is different so acne could cause breakouts to some people. Dark chocolate is actually filled with skin-loving anti-oxidants!
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OILY FOODS
EQUALS OILY SKIN.
FALSE
A common acne myth is that grease on your plate translates to more oil in your pores, but there is no direct link between the two. However, a diet rich in saturated fat can fuel micro-inflammation in all of the body's organs, including the skin. In short, bacon and chips won't cause acne, but moderation is the best policy for overall health.
En savoir plus
SUGAR CAN MAKE
ACNE WORSE.
TRUE
Recent studies have shown that high Glycemic Index foods - the ones that cause blood sugar to spike- can make acne worse. We know it's easier said than done, but to keep your skin happy, steer away from sweets, sugary drinks, and goodies made from white flour and stick to high-fiber foods, like whole grains and pulses, instead.
En savoir plus
SQUEEZING A PIMPLE
WON'T DO YOU MUCH GOOD.
TRUE
Even if it seems like a quick fix, squeezing a pimple will actually make things worse for your acne-prone skin as it could actually damage the infected hair follicle and increase inflammation. You could even introduce a new infection with your fingernails.So popping zits is a harmful habit and best avoided!
En savoir plus
CHOCOLATE IS BAD
FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN.
FALSE
There is no solid evidence that chocolate has any effect on acne, even if everyone is different so acne could cause breakouts to some people. Dark chocolate is actually filled with skin-loving anti-oxidants!
En savoir plus
OILY FOODS
EQUALS OILY SKIN.
FALSE
A common acne myth is that grease on your plate translates to more oil in your pores, but there is no direct link between the two. However, a diet rich in saturated fat can fuel micro-inflammation in all of the body's organs, including the skin. In short, bacon and chips won't cause acne, but moderation is the best policy for overall health.
En savoir plus
SUGAR CAN MAKE
ACNE WORSE.
TRUE
Recent studies have shown that high Glycemic Index foods - the ones that cause blood sugar to spike- can make acne worse. We know it's easier said than done, but to keep your skin happy, steer away from sweets, sugary drinks, and goodies made from white flour and stick to high-fiber foods, like whole grains and pulses, instead.
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CAUSES
OF ACNE

The primary cause of acne is hormonal: The sex organs (testes in males and ovaries in females) produce hormones called androgens which send the sebaceous glands into oil overdrive, producing large amounts of clogging sebum. There re, however, several other contributing factors to acne, which include UV rays, pollution, diet and stress. Because acne is primarily a hormone-driven condition, it is most common in teenagers during puberty, but it also affects increasing numbers of adults, particularly adult women during their menstrual cycle.

HOW TO TAKE CARE
OF AN ACNE-PRONE SKIN?

Imperfections can be managed with prescription-only medications. When blemishes gets lighter, expert over-the-counter dermocosmetics, or a combination of the two also help. If skin blemishes are affecting your confidence, it’s important to take action rather than suffer in silence. With the right medical advice and skincare, skin can be progressively cleared for a long-lasting fresh-faced appearance.

In this section, you will learn all about the causes and symptoms of oily and acne-prone skin, plus how to take care of it with top product recommendations. Swipe to discover articles on both teenage and adult acne-prone skin, in addition to our expert tips on how to cover up with imperfections-friendly make-up.