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Comedonal acne

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Causes : Triggered by factors like hormonal activity (DHT), decreased linoleate in sebum, inflammation, certain cosmetics, smoking, and dietary choices. 4] Causes for Comedonal Acne As explained above, the reason behind comedones is the clogged pores that normally secrete sebum. 2011 Nov;4(11):20-1. doi: 10.1016/j.ijwd.2017.10.006

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Demodex: Mites That Live On Your Skin

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Other areas affected by Demodex mites include areas with high sebum production. The body areas most often linked to Demodex infestation include the skin of the cheeks, chin, nose, temples, forehead, scalp, neck, ears, follicles of eyelashes, and brows. Journal of the Egyptian Society of Parasitology, 31(3), 867–875. Jimenez-Acosta, F.,

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Nodular Acne

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1] The development process of nodular acne begins with the clogging of hair follicles by excess oil (sebum) and dead skin cells. Published 2011 Mar 15. This blockage creates an ideal environment for the proliferation of bacteria, particularly Propionibacterium acnes. Available at: [link] (Accessed: 16 March 2024). Kim RH, Armstrong AW.

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Acne Nodulocystica (Nodular acne)

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1] The development process of nodular acne begins with the clogging of hair follicles by excess oil (sebum) and dead skin cells. Published 2011 Mar 15. This blockage creates an ideal environment for the proliferation of bacteria, particularly Propionibacterium acnes. Available at: [link] (Accessed: 16 March 2024). Kim RH, Armstrong AW.