Acne is a skin condition that usually affects individuals who are experiencing puberty. This means that it appears around the ages 13 years to 19 years old on average. Some individuals may experience it a few years before or after the stated range. The reason why acne usually occurs during puberty is because this is [...]

Acne first develops during adolescence, when hormone levels begin to surge. This deluge of hormones causes the sebaceous glands to go into overdrive. They begin producing increased levels of sebaceous oils that often become clogged inside the glands. When the oils can’t escape, acne develops. 
If fluctuating hormone levels within the body trigger an increase in [...]