Acne

Acne is an inflammatory disease of the skin, caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland). The most common form of acne is known as "acne vulgaris", which means common acne. Excessive secretion of oils from the glands combine with naturally occurring dead skin cells to block the hair follicles. Oil secretions build up beneath the blocked pore, providing a perfect environment for the skin bacteria Propionibacterium acnes to multiply uncontrolled. In response, the skin inflames, producing the visible lesion.

External links

• Acne Information - Provides information on what acne is, treatments, and scarring. A little out of date
• Acne Fact Sheets
• Acne vulgaris: more than skin deep (on the psychological effects of acne)
• Acne Treatment Helps those suffering with acne to get clearer skin with over the counter products.
• Acne.org Good overall information, in particular outlines exactly how to use Benzoyl Peroxide correctly and what other treatments work well with it (videos are very good)