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Why do I get a lot of pimples on my face?
Pimples can appear on different areas of the face and at different times of life for various reasons. These factors include hormonal changes, lifestyle, skin care, and environmental factors.
Hormonal Changes and Age-Related Factors
Adolescence: During adolescence, hormonal changes, such as increased androgen levels, stimulate the sebaceous glands. This leads to excess sebum production and clogged pores, especially on the forehead and nose, where the skin is oiliest.
Adulthood: In adulthood, acne is often associated with stress, poor diet, and environmental factors. Stress triggers the release of cortisol, which increases inflammation and worsens skin condition.
The Impact of Lifestyle and Skin Care
Lifestyle plays a significant role in the development of acne. Poor diet, lack of sleep, and lack of physical activity can worsen skin condition. Frequent touching of the face with hands and the use of inappropriate cosmetics, especially on the forehead and nose, where the sebaceous glands are most active, lead to clogged pores and inflammation.
The Role of Hormones and Skin Care
Hormonal changes, such as the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause, also provoke active sebaceous glands, which often leads to acne. Insufficient skin cleansing and the use of inappropriate cosmetics can exacerbate the problem, promoting bacterial accumulation and the development of acne.
Thus, facial acne can occur for a variety of reasons, and understanding these factors helps you choose the right skin care routine and minimize the risk of further breakouts.
The Main Types of Acne and Their Characteristics
Acne can manifest itself in different forms, each requiring a different approach to treatment. Knowing the main types of acne and being able to distinguish them from other skin rashes will help you choose the right care and prevent complications.
Comedones are non-inflammatory elements that occur due to clogged pores with sebum and dead skin cells. They are divided into open (blackheads) and closed (whiteheads). Blackheads appear when sebum in the pores oxidizes and darkens, while whiteheads remain light because they are not exposed to air. Seracin products are excellent for combating comedones. The cleansing gel with sulfur and zinc effectively removes impurities without leaving skin feeling tight, while Seracin lotion with AHA acids reduces shine, gently exfoliates, and prevents the formation of new comedones. Papules are inflamed nodules that occur as a result of infection within the comedones. These pimples are red, painful to the touch, and do not contain pus. If the infection spreads deeper, pustules form—inflamed, pus-filled pimples with a red base and a white or yellow head.
In these cases, Seracin products—DUO cream-gel and spot cream with zinc, niacinamide, and salicylic acid—help reduce inflammation and soothe the skin, reducing redness and preventing further infection.
In more severe cases, nodules—deep, painful inflammatory lesions that can lead to scarring—develop. The most serious form of acne is cysts—large, pus-filled formations that often leave deep scars. For the treatment of such severe forms of acne, a consultation with a dermatologist is essential, but as part of a comprehensive care regimen, Seracin products can be used to relieve symptoms and restore the skin barrier—for example, the Ultra-Soothing Cream, which contains a prebiotic, squalene, and vitamin B3.
It's important to distinguish between pimples, blackheads, and other skin rashes. Pimples are a general term for inflammatory lesions such as papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts that are associated with inflammation of the sebaceous glands. Blackheads, on the other hand, refer to non-inflammatory lesions such as comedones. Additionally, there are other skin rashes, such as allergic reactions or dermatitis, which are often accompanied by itching and require separate treatment.
Understanding the types of rashes you experience will help you choose the right skin care products. Seracin products provide comprehensive care suitable for combating different types of acne, helping you maintain clear and healthy skin. If in doubt, it is best to consult a dermatologist.
Effective Home Care for Problem Skin
Caring for problem skin requires consistency and the right selection of products. If you have a lot of acne, it is important to follow simple recommendations to improve the condition of your skin and prevent new breakouts.
How to Properly Care for Your Skin if You Have a Lot of Acne?
1. CleansingWashing: Start with a gentle but effective cleanse. This will help remove excess sebum, dirt, and bacteria that can clog pores. Use Seracin cleansing gel with sulfur and zinc, which deeply cleanse pores, regulate sebum secretion, and prevent the formation of new comedones.
Deep cleansing: Seracin lotion helps tighten pores and gently exfoliate dead skin cells, improving complexion. Contains AHA acids, zinc salts, and provitamin B5 to deeply cleanse the skin, removing excess sebum and impurities, and help reduce the appearance of blackheads.2. Care
Moisturizing: Even problematic skin needs hydration to maintain its protective functions. Seracin's light moisturizing creams with prebiotics, niacinamide, and squalane prevent dryness, restore the skin's microbiome, and soothe irritation. They also have a mattifying effect and help prevent the formation of new pimples.
Local treatment of inflammation: To combat inflammation, use specialized products. For example, Seracin active cream with salicylic acid, which helps quickly reduce the visible elements of acne and pimples.
Expert commentary:
As noted by L.S. Kruglova, dermatologist and PhD, acne treatment requires an individual approach and often includes not only the use of dermatocosmetics, but also drug therapy:"For mild forms of acne, such as comedonal, the use of topical agents is recommended, for example, adapalene and azelaic acid. In more complex cases, with papulopustular acne, a combination of retinoids and antibiotics may be required. Severe forms require systemic treatment, usually isotretinoin. It is also important to follow a proper diet and use dermatocosmetics to maintain the barrier properties of the skin and relieve the side effects of therapy.
Prevention: how to prevent acne
Preventing acne requires an integrated approach. To prevent frequent acne breakouts, it's important to properly care for your skin, monitor your diet and lifestyle, and avoid factors that trigger inflammation.
How can I change my diet and lifestyle to reduce acne?
My diet should include foods with a low glycemic index, rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids. Include fatty fish, nuts, fresh vegetables, and berries in my diet, and avoid sugar and trans fats. In addition, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and stress reduction have a positive effect on the condition of the skin.
What habits help prevent new breakouts?
Regularly cleansing the skin morning and evening.
Moisturizing the skin and maintaining its microbiome.
Reducing the consumption of sweets and drinks high in sugar.
Avoiding frequent touching of the face.
Using light, non-comedogenic moisturizers.
Using sunscreen to prevent skin damage.
Recommended Products for Problem Skin
Acne on the face is a problem that is relevant for people of all ages. To solve it, it is important to understand the causes of breakouts, which can include hormonal changes, poor nutrition, stress, and inadequate skin care.
Proper care is a key step to improving the condition. Regular cleansing with Seracin Librederm gel effectively cleanses the skin without tightness. Seracin lotion tightens pores, gently exfoliates dead cells, and also gets rid of blackheads, soothes the skin and gives it a healthy color. For localized treatment of inflammation, use Seracin Active Cream with salicylic acid. Apply it topically to acne blemishes and help clear them up within a few days. To moisturize skin and give it a velvety matte finish, use Seracin Mattifying Cream, which is also ideal under makeup. For redness, experts recommend adding Seracin Ultra-Soothing Cream to your routine. It is also indicated when using medications to relieve flaking and irritation.
In addition to skincare, it is important to pay attention to your diet and lifestyle. Include foods with antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids in your diet, and avoid sweets and foods with a high glycemic index. Regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and stress reduction will also have a beneficial effect on your skin.
By following these recommendations and using Seracin Librederm products, you can effectively manage acne and maintain healthy and clear skin. A comprehensive approach—from proper care to lifestyle changes—will help solve the problem and restore your skin's healthy appearance.