Chest Acne

Posted on November 12, 2007 in Acne On Body

A common perception that prevailed for long was that teenagers are most affected by the perils of acne breakouts. But recent studies show that adults are also not spared by the menace of acne. Further, experts reveal that nearly fifty four percent of women and about forty percent of men suffer from severe chest acne problems.

The basic factors that contribute in the development of acne are the growing vulnerability of the skin towards germs and bacteria, and due to a rapid increase in the production of oil from the oil glands. This makes the skin greasy and susceptible to acne problems.

Causes of chest acne: These reasons lead to a steady development of chest acne among older people.

Women show more signs of acne breakouts on their body including the back, buttocks and chest as, along with the above factors, hormonal changes caused by menopause are most common with women. This accounts for the fourteen percent deficit among men who are less prone to acne worries as compared to women.

Now that experts have ascertained that chest acne is an invincible part of adult perils, we can further explore the process of acne formation in adults. Severe acne risks arise on account of the fact that with time and age the epidermal layer begins to shed its skin cells and gradually blocks the skin pores.

At the same time, sebum, which is the oil that the skin secretes, is unable to pass through the skin pores as the pores are already clogged. So, the oil accumulates in the underlying layers of the skin to provide a rich ground for the development and growth of germs and bacteria.

Treatment for chest acne: Treatment for chest acne includes over the counter or prescribed medications, herbal and various home remedies.

Medications for treating chest acne:

Herbal remedies for treating chest acne:

Home remedies for treating chest acne:

Chest acne can be prevented if you maintain a healthy lifestyle and that which is conducive to a clean and hygienic surrounding.

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One Response to “Chest Acne”

  1. Garima Says:
    May 9th, 2009 at 7:00 am

    will the above stated home remedies b equally effective if the underlying cause for acne is hormonal?

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