Types of Acne
Different types of acne do exist, each having a different cause. The pimples themselves often take on different shapes and characteristics and react differently on different people.
Acne is usually caused by accumulation of natural oil on a hair follicle which leads to clogging up.
This results in formation of what is called a comedo. Accumulation of more oil leads to the comedo becoming larger, inflaming the skin around the area and forming a pimple.
Let's review the different types of acne. Click on each link to view more information.
- Acne Vulgaris:- Another name is the common acne. It mostly affects teenagers
- Adult Acne:- Acne that affects people of over 30 years.
- Acne Mechanica:- Caused by external mechanical forces like constant pressure, constant and repeated friction, covered skin, and heat.
- Acne Cosmetica:- This form of acne is induced by cosmetics.
- Excoriated Acne: - Forms from excessive scratching of the skin
- Infantile /Baby Acne:- Form of acne that occurs in newborns and is concentrated on the nose and cheeks
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