Acne Skin Care: Cause of Acne, Acne Control & Acne Skin Care Product at Sephora


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Acne is a hereditary condition brought on by hormonal changes that cause the oil glands to secrete too much oil (sebum). Excessive sebum, along with dead skin cells, creates a blockage in the pore, which breeds bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes). As a result, the pore becomes swollen, inflamed, and irritated. Acne may be aggravated further by emotional stress, environmental factors, picking at a pimple (which can spread bacteria, causing more pimples), and occasionally by diet.

WHO GETS ACNE?
Approximately 17 million people in the U.S. have acne, and although it's most common in teenagers and young adults (85 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 24), acne can also pose an issue for those in their early thirties and beyond.

HOW CAN WE HELP?
Sephora would like to help you find the perfect regimen to combat current breakouts and prevent future ones from occurring. Below, we've provided a skin analysis to help you determine which plan is best for your skin type.

Complete Steps 1 and 2 of our skin diagnostic below to determine the type of acne you have, as well as your skin type.

1. WHAT TYPE OF ACNE DO YOU HAVE?

Mild Acne You experience pimples, blackheads, and some oiliness on your forehead, chin, or nose, coupled with limited dryness or tightness on your cheeks. There are periods where your skin is somewhat clear overall, and other times when a few pesky pimples are present.	Moderate Acne You are consistently oily; whiteheads (inflamed blemishes) can be present, as well as blackheads. You sometimes experience breakouts on other parts of your body, such as your back or chest.	Persistent Acne Breakouts are an everyday occurrence. Whiteheads (inflamed blemishes), Milia (small, hard, white pustules that look like tiny grains of sand), blackheads, and excessive oiliness are constant and you're often unhappy with the way your skin looks and feels.