
Acned skin has the same characteristics as oily skin and is specially common during adolescence (but can continue all through life). The first signs of acne are usually seen during puberty when there is an increase in hormone production that stimulates the sebaceous glands. This leads to blackheads which in turn can develop into pimples and acne. Not everyone with blackheads will develop acne, but everyone with acne has blackheads. It has not been determined why some people develop acne while others do not. Acne has a demoralizing effect on a person and, if neglected can cause pits and scars (physiological and psychological) that will not be outgrown. Effective products attack acne on many levels. The primary concern is to treat those blemishes that have appeared on the skin. Then, it is equally important to prevent the recurrence of acne by opening clogged pores, destroying acne causing bacteria and relieving inflammation. These are natural reactions and the resultant radiant skin is worth the effort.