Acne - What is it? How do you treat? 

So, what exactly is acne?

It’s a skin condition that happens when oil and dead skin cells build up in the sebaceous glands near the hair follicles, creating small bumps on the skin. When acne becomes inflamed, it’s due to blockages forming in the layers of the skin above the subcutaneous fat, which leads to bacterial infections. This can result in yellowheads, pustules, whiteheads, and blackheads. If your acne is painful or inflamed to the touch, it’s often linked to your immune system’s response.

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Now that we know what acne is lets discuss common causes of acne.

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Acne is caused by clogging within the hair follicle caused by exfoliation of skin cells, oil, or sebum excreted from the oil-producing gland through a small duct into the hair follicle leading to its blockage.

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‍These factors include:

1. Sebum, or oil, is produced by sebaceous glands in the upper layers of the skin and functions as a skin barrier.
2. Dead skin cells: Typically, the skin sheds dead cells to make room for new skin cells. Within a hair follicle, this shedding can cause accumulation and blockage, resulting in acne formation, redness, and discomfort.
3. Bacteria: Natural bacteria that live in hair follicles and on the skin contribute to the accumulation of blockages and the development of acne.
4. Inflammation and the immune response: The body’s immune system responds to bacterial infection or foreign substances entering the body, leading to tissue inflammation and red, swollen acne.

Now, let's tackle the million-dollar question: how to treat acne. Every treatment plan and product selection is personalized to fit each individual. At Skin By Leesh, we’ll design a customized treatment, product, and supplement plan specifically for your skin. Using only top-quality products and the latest scientifically-backed methods, you can trust that Leesh will put in her utmost effort to achieve the results you're aiming for. In addition to addressing external factors, Leesh will also explore any internal causes that may be contributing to your acne.

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Remember, no two people are the same so your treatments and products can’t be either.