What Causes Blemish Problems?

Embarrassing skin problems affect people of all ages, races, socioeconomic statuses and genders, at some point during their lifetime.

It is not life-threatening, but most people experiencing severe blemish problems will agree that it significantly alters their lives and self-esteem. It can leave unsightly scars on the surface of the skin, as well as invisible emotional scars. Many of the Blemish solutions to treat female problem skin on the market will have bacteria and acne linked, but that is the extent of most people’s information.

Unfortunately, general knowledge concerning the causes of blemished skin is scarce. Understanding the various causes of blemished skin is a crucial component to successfully treating and preventing it.

What is congested Skin or Acne?

A skin condition that manifests itself in various forms; This includes white-heads, blackheads, fine red bumps and in severe cases, pustules or cysts. When pores become clogged with oil, the top portion of the oil changes colour due to oxidation, this is called a blackhead. If the pore closes it may become inflamed or remain non-inflamed.

Inflammation often leads to infection as the skins natural defense system tires to rid the skin of impurities and waste matter accumulated in the pores. Whiteheads or Milia are found in closed pores where the surface skin cells cover the opening of the pore.

Waste debris and oil are trapped below the surface of the skin, but there is no sign of redness or infection. Most people with blemished skin conditions have mild, non-inflammatory symptoms, and sporadic breakouts of whiteheads and blackheads.

Inflammatory skin problems occur when whiteheads or blackheads become infected with bacteria and swell, producing pustules (pimples) and cysts. Cysts are formed deeper within the skin and can be very painful, but often have no visible head. Unfortunately, some people with severe inflammatory problem skin conditions will experience deep cysts and pustules. These carbuncles need to be treated by a dermatologist or skincare professional to prevent disfiguring scars.

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Causes of Congested Skin and Acne

Although certain outside factors (dirt, grime, etc.) are contributing causes to blemished skin, the common assumption that hormones and blemishes are related is quite accurate.

Your skin is covered in tiny holes, called pores, which allow it to breathe.

These pores contain oil glands beneath the skin (properly referred to as sebaceous glands) that produce oil to moisten the hair and skin (also known as sebum). This oil is not always a bad thing; usually the glands produce an adequate amount of oil that maintains your skin’s young, fresh and healthy glow.

However, when these glands come into contact with a hormone called DHT (dihydrotestosterone), they produce excess oil that plug pores, causing the glands to generate even more oil and swell. White blood cells then attack the bacteria, causing the comedone or pustule. This blemish-formation process generally begins weeks before spots become visible.

This is where the relationship between hormones and blemishes enters the equation.

Although many factors correlate with blemish production, the rate at which your skin produces DHT levels is crucial. Genetics play a significant factor in the body’s predisposition to this, and one’s family history is indicative of the nature of DHT production. In short, if one or both parents suffered from severe skin problems, you are likely to suffer from moderate to severe problem skin as well.

The Lasting Effects of Problem Skin

Severe inflammatory pimples and spots may cause disfiguring scars. If you have severe blemishes, it is important to visit a dermatologist who can prescribe prescription topical creams and oral antibiotics, to lessen the symptoms.

For the most severe cases, oral drugs like Roaccutane and laser treatments are available to treat severe skin conditions and have helped many sufferers recover from the damaging effects.

Although skin treatments are available, there is nothing a dermatologist can do to change the social and emotional implications of blemishes. It can severely alter a person’s confidence level, lead to a less fulfilling social life, encourage unsatisfactory performance in school or at work, or even cause personality disorders.

People suffering from severe skin problems are traumatised by its effects. Due to the relationship between hormones and blemishes, teenagers often suffer the worst, at the hands of this condition.

How Can I Treat Problem Skin?

To treat this effectively, one should begin by treating the causes of problem skin and breakouts.

Clearogen is an over-the-counter medication that attacks breakouts at the root, by blocking DHT formation. Your glands will be free to produce the good oils, without hindrance from negative hormones.

Clearogen is successful when treating non-inflammatory and mild to-moderate blemishes.

For cases of severe inflammatory blemishes, visit your dermatologist to learn about controlling the condition. Once the condition is under control, Clearogen will keep problem skin at bay.

Get in Touch With Clearogen

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Rochelle Friedman

Aesthetic Appointment | Website

Rochelle is the founder and driving force behind Aesthetic Appointment. With a passion for the aesthetics and pro-ageing industry in South Africa, she has been in the aesthetic publishing industry since 2012, dedicated to creating a valuable platform for insights and knowledge, bridging the gap between patients and doctors - delivering reliable, medical-based information. Rochelle firmly believes in the power of a good skincare regimen, especially when started at home, and is committed to educating consumers about the myriad of treatments, procedures, and products available to them.