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June is Acne Awareness Month, a perfect time to draw attention to one of the most common skin conditions affecting people of all ages. Whether it’s caused by hormones, diet, environmental toxins or stress, acne can be a persistent and frustrating problem.
Acne is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide, but its true causes remain misunderstood. Traditional dermatology often attributes acne to bacterial infections, excess oil production and follicle obstruction. However, recent research challenges these views and reveals that acne is more complex than previously thought.
Myths:
- Bacterial infection: Around 90% of dermatologists believe that acne is caused by a bacterial infection. While bacteria are present, they don’t just cause acne. The skin’s reaction to bacteria is more inflammatory than infectious.
- Oil production: Excess oil production is often blamed for acne. But many people with acne do not have oily skin. Studies have shown that increased oil production does not necessarily lead to more acne.
- Follicle obstruction: The idea of a sebaceous plug blocking the follicle is outdated. Research shows that true obstruction does not exist and acne can occur even without excess oil or blocked follicles.
Unraveling the root causes:
Acne is better understood as an inflammatory response to internal and external factors, including diet, environmental toxins and hormonal imbalances. Here’s a deeper look at the real causes:
- Candida overgrowth: Candida, a yeast strain naturally present in the gut, can overgrow due to factors such as antibiotics, mucus-forming foods (dairy, fried foods) and hormonal imbalances. Candida overgrowth can release toxins into the bloodstream that are secreted through the skin. This overgrowth leads to “candida acne”, which manifests itself in specific facial zones.
- Diet and toxins: The foods we eat and the toxins we are exposed to play a significant role in the development of acne. Processed foods, food preservatives, pesticides, chlorine and heavy metals all contribute to acne in the “liver zones”.
- Hormonal factors: Hormonal changes, especially an imbalance between estrogen and progesterone exacerbated by estrogen-like toxins, can trigger acne. This is often seen along the jawline.
