Is Acne caused by dirt or un-cleanliness?

Answer 1

Acne is more prominent during puberty in most persons. In persons past puberty, causes of acne could be: an allergic reaction to foods (such as oily fried foods, or chocolate), or uncleanliness of the face. If you have not eaten more fried foods or more chocolate than normal, I would suggest you wash your face more (preferably with Neutrogena's Face Wash for men). Great stuff!!! Good luck!!!

Answer 2

It mostly caused by a poor diet and stress. Stop eating junk foods and greasy foods. Stop drinking sodas.

You have to attack acne where it starts, with your diet. For me, diet was the cause and solution. Topical medications fight the symptoms. Start by eliminating trans fats and eating more fruits and vegetables. Once you start cleaning up the inside of your body, by eating properly, the outside of your body (your skin) will be get cleaned up too. I started a website to document my problem and solution.

http://www.fredstown.com/acne.html

You might find it helpful to read my story. Just remember to eat an all natural/organic diet with lots of fruits and vegetables. Stay away from processed foods. Use mild, all natural cleansers and don't pick at your face. Get lots of sleep and enough water for your body weight. Remember, clean body = clean skin. While you're waiting for your skin to clear, remind yourself that acne is a challenge that you will overcome soon. Once you're rid of it, tell all your friends how you did it. That's what I'm doing. God Bless.

Answer 3

Acne or pimples is due to hormonal changes ,bad diet and unhealthy skin care habits .There are many cheap and effective home remedies for acne. Tomato slices, turmeric, papaya juices and home made packs will treat existing pimples and prevent further problems. More remedies at the link provided.

Answer 4

Acne is caused by overproduction and clogging of the pore by excessive oil produced by the oil glands. Because the pore is deep within the skin, you can not wash away the pimples, no matter how many times a day you wash or scrub your face.

Answer 5

uncleanliness does not cause acne per say, but it wont help make it any better either. so keep clean and use a good treatment like clearpores or acnezine.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Not always sometimes it's hereditary and runs in families did your parents have acne?

Answer 8

There are many misconceptions and rumors about what does and does not cause the condition:

Diet. One study suggested that chocolate, french fries, potato chips and sugar, among others, affect acne. A high GI (glycemic index) diet that causes sharp rises in blood sugar worsens acne. [3]If this study's conclusions are verified then a low GI diet may help acne, but a recent review of somewhat dated scientific literature cannot affirm either way.[4]A recent study, based on a survey of 47,335 women, did find a positive epidemiological association between acne and consumption of partially skimmed milk, instant breakfast drink, sherbet, cottage cheese and cream cheese.[5]The researchers hypothesize that the association may be caused by hormones (such as several sex hormones and bovine IGF-I) present in cow milk. Although the association between milk and acne has been definitively shown, the ingredient in the milk responsible for the acne is still unclear.Most dermatologists are awaiting confirmatory research linking diet and acne but some support the idea that acne sufferers should experiment with their diets, and refrain from consuming such fare if they find such food affects the severity of their acne.[6] Seafood, on the other hand, may contain relatively high levels of iodine. Iodine is known to make existing acne worse but there is probably not enough to cause an acne outbreak.[7]Still, people who are prone to acne may want to avoid excessive consumption of foods high in iodine.It has also been suggested that there is a link between a diet high in refined sugars and other processed foods and acne. According to this hypothesis, the startling absence of acne in non-westernized societies could be explained by the low glycemic index of these cultures' diets. Others have cited possible genetic reasons for there being no acne in these populations, but similar populations shifting to Western diets do develop acne. Note also that the populations studied consumed no milk or other dairy products.[8]Further research is necessary to establish whether a reduced consumption of high-glycemic foods (such as soft drinks, sweets, white bread) can significantly alleviate acne, though consumption of high-glycemic foods should in any case be kept to a minimum, for general health reasons.[9] Avoidance of 'junk food' with its high fat and sugar content is also recommended [10]. On the other hand there is no evidence that fat alone makes skin oilier or acne worse.
Deficient personal hygiene. Acne is not caused by dirt. This misconception probably comes from the fact that comedones look like dirt stuck in the openings of pores. The black color is simply not dirt but compact keratin. In fact, the blockages of keratin that cause acne occur deep within the narrow follicle channel, where it is impossible to wash them away. These plugs are formed by the failure of the cells lining the duct to separate and flow to the surface in the sebum created there by the body. The bacteria involved are normally present on the skin but they multiply preferentially in the very low oxygen environment of these plugged pores. Very little variation among individuals with acne is due to hygiene. Anything beyond very gentle cleansing can actually worsen existing lesions and even encourage new ones by damaging or overdrying skin. On the other hand some commercial cleansers have been shown to help empty plugged pores.
Sex. Common myths state that masturbation causes acne and, conversely, that celibacy or sexual intercourse can cure it. Though it has been widely accepted that these are not true due to lack of scientific study on the subject, it is also important to note sexual activity has been observed to result in hormonal spikes, which has been linked to acne.[11]


. acne is not caused by dirt. as above.

Answer 9

its caused mostly by oil clogging your pores. most acne medicines dry out your skin because it helps. get an oil free soap with Salicylic Acid. neutrogena has one. its orange

Answer 10

it is not caused by dirt or uncleanliness
iAcne is a common skin condition that develops when the oily substance that lubricates your skin and hair (sebum) and dead skin cells plug hair follicles.