The cause of acne vulgaris in women arises due to hormonal changes and the change in the feminine cycles. Acne is common in men during adult hood as a result of stress or stress medication.

The reason for acne formation is the blockage in the pores. Hormones like the androgen causes the sebaceous glands, these sebaceous glands produce excess oil, these excess oil and dead skin block the pores of the skin and this results in the growth of bacteria below the surface of the skin. Such area becomes inflamed and can leak into surrounding skin. As a result swelling, redness and pus formation on the skin appears as a pimple, a whitehead or a blackhead.

It is very important to seek the medical treatment for acne as soon as possible because acne progresses from mild, moderate condition to severe condition very quickly. Severe acne can be a hassle as it cause permanent scars or make the patients to seek regular treatment inorder to get this scars removed. Even though there is effective treatment for severe acne, it is always better to get acne treated at an early stage because treatment taken at early stage makes a better chances of fully recovering unscathed. Once recovered the persons show no signs or marks of acne they suffered from and they can very much lead a normal life.

So if you are suffering from acne the immediate and important decision you have to make is to consult a doctor or a dermatologist and to seek the medical treatment as early as possible so that you can halt the progress of acne and have a hassle free skin.

Excess sebum production may be due to an excess secretion of hormones. The situation may be
aggravated by poor facial hygiene. An increase in level of the male hormone Androgens may lead to an excess production of sebum which gets clogged in the pores. The different make-ups and cosmetics which are  used daily are also responsible for blackheads. They mix with the oil and make the situation worse.

*The following steps may be taken to prevent blackheads:

     (a) Wash your face twice,daily. Use fresh and clean water and a mild soap. Always wash your face thoroughly before going to bed to wash off any cosmetics or make-up.

     (b) After washing your face  use a clean towel to dry it off. If you use a used towel, it may already contain oil and dirt which may aggravate the situation. Try to change towels daily.

     (c) Avoid eating any junk and fatty food. Eat green vegetables and fresh fruit.

     (d) Never use creamy or greasy cosmetics on your face as this can make your face more oily.

     (e) Always use a light,water soluble cleanser for your skin. If you have a dry skin then the cleanser may contain some moisturizers. But any excess moisturizer may make your skin oily.

     (f) Try to keep your skin clean and oil free. If you have an oily skin,try to use a clay mask which will absorb the excess oil. You can also use oil absorbing papers.

     (g) A gentle exfoliant may be used to remove the dead skin cells so that they don’t block the pores.

     (h) In case of severe attacks,some medications like hormone blockers or low dose birth control pills may be prescribed by your doctor.