Acne is more common during adolescence, but it is not unique to this stage of development. Depending on one's health and lifestyle, pimples can appear even in adulthood.
If this problem persists despite the fact that you have a care routine to control the greasiness of your skin, the causes of these injuries may be internal factors or habits that are harmful to your body. Check out 11 reasons that can explain acne that won't go away at all:
1. Can be a hormonal problem
Not even the best cosmetic treatment in the world can get rid of acne if you have an imbalance in your hormone levels.
It is interesting to seek an endocrinologist to investigate and treat problems such as polycystic ovary syndrome, suppurative hydrosadenitis or a pituitary adenoma (benign tumor).
2. You are consuming anabolic steroids unknowingly
Testosterone-derived synthetic steroids, better known as anabolic steroids, are used in sports medicine and by people who want to increase their muscle mass. You may already know that these substances are controversial due to their side effects, and one of them is precisely the increase in acne.
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Even if you do not use anabolic steroids, some experts warn that certain brands of protein shake may have traces of these steroids. Since the amount is so small, this information often does not appear on the product label, but continued consumption could trigger the appearance of pimples.
3. Your Makeup Brushes Are Dirty
Poorly cleaned makeup brushes can favor bacteria build-up due to the presence of moisture and dead cells.
So when you put on makeup, you end up bringing these microorganisms to your skin where they can cause infections and acne.
4. Your makeup favors pimples
In general, non-mineral makeup products may contain dyes, fragrances and other substances that cause skin irritation. In addition, oil-based cosmetics can clog pores and cause an imbalance in natural oiliness, all of which favors the onset of acne.
Thus, people prone to pimples should look for mineral, oil free and non-comedogenic (non pore-clogging) products.
Also read: 11 Bad Makeup Habits You Should Exclude From Your Life
5. The problem may be in your mobile phone.
We are not always careful to wash our hands before using our cell phone, so we end up transmitting bacteria from the street, from public transport, from door handles and even from the bathroom.
As a result, by making a call, are we exposing our face to a surface with thousands of microorganisms? And this also happens when we send a message and touch our skin immediately afterwards. Thus, the tip is to wash your hands whenever possible and sanitize your device with bactericidal wipes.
6. You are overdoing your skin care routine
In trying to get your face clear of pimples, you may end up exaggerating the use of soaps and scrubs and removing the natural oils that form a protective barrier on the skin.
As a result, your body may increase oil production to compensate for this imbalance, making acne worse.
7. Your hair products are dripping to your face
Ointments, styling creams and other hair care products can drip onto your face or even be applied over your face in the case of spray products. Because these cosmetics are often able to clog pores, they can end up causing acne.
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One sign that this may be happening is the presence of pimples especially on the forehead and scalp line. In this case, try washing your face after applying hair products.
8. Your body has many inflammatory processes.
It is not that chocolate alone increases pimples, but eating foods that tend to cause inflammation in the body can affect the health of the skin as well as other organs.
This is the case with red meat, fast food, fried foods, refined sugar, dairy products, alcohol and processed foods in general, which carry additives such as colorings, preservatives, sodium and flavor enhancers.
9. Are you consuming any food that gives you allergies?
In addition to the inflammatory processes caused by certain foods, it is possible that some products cause allergy and sensitivity, which may also manifest through a change in skin conditions.
This is the case with intolerance to foods containing gluten and lactose, which should be followed up by a doctor.
10. Your hands are causing the problem.
We touch our faces several times a day without realizing it, and our hands carry particles of dirt and microorganisms present on our cell phone, computer, and all the objects our fingers have passed through.
In fact, any belongings that come into contact with our face may be the cause of the problem, including the glasses and the pillowcase itself, which can also be shelter for acne-causing bacteria.
11. You are experiencing a period of stress.
Continuous stress causes an increase in the production of cortisol, a hormone linked to the emotional system, which in turn stimulates androgen hormones, which are also present in women's bodies in small amounts.
These hormones activate the sebaceous glands and increase oil production, causing pimples and blackheads. In this case, in addition to skin care, you need to find a way to have a quieter life.
If you already have a good skin care routine and still can't get rid of acne, it may be time to seek professional advice to find out the cause and the best way to treat it. Do not postpone the consultation!
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