SKIN TIPS BLOG

No, sweating does not cause acne since sweat glands are not the same as sebaceous glands. However, the salt excreted by the sweat (eccrine) glands can aggravate already clogged pores, leading to inflamed acne lesions. But, if you get small bumps that look like acne from working out/sweating, what you may be experiencing is something called folliculitis, which is an infection of the hair follicle thought to be caused by cutaneous yeast. Acne mechanica is another condition, wh

It is essential to be informed about what could be making your acne worse – these foods are not the “cause” of acne. The cause needs to be managed by using the right treatments, and products in the right way. But it’s good to know what can contribute to your breakouts. But here are the most common food triggers you will want to avoid: Milk, Yogurt, Ice Cream, Cheese Peanuts/Peanut Butter Soy, Soy Milk, Tofu, Tempeh, Edamame High iodized foods (like fast food, chips, kelp (yes