This unsightly and annoying problem is due to an accumulation of dead cells and fat in the hair follicles , although it also has a hormonal component , which is why in many cases, they usually appear at the end of the menstrual cycle.

For this reason, although it has a special incidence in adolescents, it can occur at any age .

ALL GRAINS ARE NOT EQUAL

We can differentiate two types of pimples depending on the lesion that occurs:

- Retentional lesion : black and white dots

- Inflammatory lesion : characterized by redness or pus

BLACKHEADS: YOUR SEBACEOUS GLANDS PRODUCE TOO MUCH SEBUM

Whenever there is a pimple, there is an excessive production of sebum , an oily substance produced by the glands located in the dermis and which comes out through the excretory canal .

It plays a fundamental role in the hydration and protection of the skin. Hormones are responsible for controlling its production , particularly testosterone and progesterone . During menstruation , the levels of the female hormone (estrogen) decrease compared to those of the male hormone (testosterone), which causes an increase in the production of sebum .

When its production is excessive, it accumulates in the excretory canal until it ends up blocking it as if it were a plug that, when in contact with air, oxidizes, giving it that characteristic black color .

Although they are usually more common on the face (forehead, nose and chin), since these cells are more active, they can also appear on the upper back and torso.

RED OR WHITE PIMPLES: HYPERKERATINIZATION

When the excretory channel is blocked , the tissues surrounding this area are affected , especially the cells of the epidermis, the keratinocytes . And how do they respond? By multiplying, which causes a localized thickening (hyperkeratinization) of the skin that makes the exit of sebum even more difficult and the blockage even more significant .

WHITE GRANITES: BACTERIAL DEVELOPMENT

In these cases, we must speak of an inflammatory lesion and it occurs when, due to the accumulation of sebum in the dermis, bacteria develop which, in turn, will produce inflammatory substances .

This is how the pimple increases in size and takes on a white appearance due to the presence of pus.

CLEANSING AND EXFOLIATION ARE ESSENTIAL FOR COMBATING ACNE

To keep pimples on your face at bay, you'll need to start taking your facial care very seriously .

Perform a good facial cleansing morning and night . Also, exfoliate your face to keep it free of dead cells that clog your pores and prevent the active ingredients in your cosmetics from working at 100% .

We recommend the OhMyKoko Exfoliating Renewing Cleansing Gel . This cleanser based on 5 fruit AHAs and oat extract manages to gently and deeply cleanse your skin, while performing a chemical exfoliation that will keep your pores free of dead cells .

The result is clean, refined and purified skin with free and oxygenated pores , ready to receive all the benefits of the rest of the active ingredients in your cosmetic routine.

REGULATES FAT PRODUCTION TO COMBAT PIMPLES AND BLACKHEADS

In addition, you need to treat the excess sebum production on your face, for this, we recommend the OhMyKoko Sebum-Regulating Pore-Minimizing Serum . Thanks to niacinamide and an incredible selection of natural and vegan active ingredients , it regulates sebum production , as well as deeply hydrating your skin and fighting the signs of aging .

IMPORTANT TIPS TO FIGHT ACNE

Keep an eye on your stress level

Stress causes the secretion of cortisol , a hormone that causes an increase in sebum production , in addition to being a pro-inflammatory factor .

Avoid liver overload

Our liver is one of the organs responsible for eliminating toxic substances and toxins. However, when we have continued bad habits or overeat , we can overload it and its cleansing capacity can collapse . When this happens, other organs such as the skin are further compromised, causing an excessive accumulation of toxins on the skin and, with it, the formation of pimples .

Beware of excess sugar

Excessive sugar consumption , especially between meals , increases the secretion of insulin , a hormone that controls blood sugar levels. When this happens, testosterone production increases , and with it, sebum production. In addition, sugar promotes inflammation .

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