Teenage Acne

There are several reasons behind acne production in puberty (teenage acne). The American Academy of Dermatology states that one of the reasons is the result of excessively productive sebaceous glands. These glands produce sebum and are attached on the hair follicles. Sebum is an oily substance which can lead to the production of blemishes on the skin if trapped on the hair follicles. Also, acne can be a product of bacterial reproduction at an abnormal pace.

Dermatologists often provide treatments using topical antibiotics. These medications are efficient in destroying Propionibacterium acnes, which is the primary cause of acne. Additionally, the shedding of dead skin cells too quickly and the release of toxic substances through the skin may also be the cause for this skin disorder.

During the teen years, excess sebum production usually occurs in teenage males due to significant hormonal changes in a young man’s body. This may lead to skin lesions. Consequently, this form of acne is more prevalent in young men.

Acne at this age can be difficult to treat, similar to cases of adult acne..  However, determining the cause of the acne will make selecting the appropriate treatment that much easier. If you select an over-the-counter acne medication, like the ZENMED Derma Cleanse System, you should continue the acne treatment for 3-4 months to determine the effectiveness of the treatment for your skin.  

More often than not, the root cause will be discovered eventually and this will lead to the right acne treatment remedy for the skin disorder.