Acne is a skin condition that causes spots. Acne usually affects the skin of the face, back, neck, chest and arms. The severity of the condition can vary.

About acne

About 80% of teenagers are affected by acne between the ages of 13 and 17. However, about one in 20 women and 1% of men aged 25 to 40 continue to get or develop acne (late-onset acne).

The processes that cause acne are exactly the same in people with all skin colours but the impact of acne can be worse if you have darker skin.

Symptoms of acne

Acne typically causes one or more of the following:

  • greasy skin
  • blackheads
  • whiteheads
  • red or yellow spots
  • deep inflamed lesions
  • scars

Complications of acne

There are a number of things that can make your acne worse. These include the following.

  • If you pick and squeeze the spots, it may cause further inflammation and scarring.
  • Excessive production of male hormones may cause acne.
  • Some contraceptive pills may make acne worse. This is due to the type of progestogen hormone in some pills. However, some other types of contraceptive pills can improve acne.
  • Some cosmetic products such as moisturisers can make acne worse if they are greasy.
  • Some medicines can make acne worse. These include some epilepsy medicines and steroid creams and ointments that are used for eczema. Don’t stop using a prescribed medicine if you suspect it’s making your acne worse, but tell your GP. He or she may be able to recommend an alternative medicine.
  • Steroids can cause acne as a side-effect.

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