Hormonal
Acne, Androgen and Sebaceous Glands
Hormonal Acne not only affects
teenagers but also adults. The onset of acne is triggered by the
production of hormones called androgens. Androgen production stimulates
sebaceous glands and cause them to enlarge. People who develop hormonal
acne have over stimulated sebaceous glands. The production of androgen
usually goes into full force between the ages of 11 to 14 when most
young girl and boys go through puberty. Acne in young women may
be influenced by hormonal changes associated with menstruation,
pregnancy, stress, endocrine imbalance, and ovarian disease.
The androgen-stimulated sebaceous glands produce more sebum. Sebum
is a natural oil that makes the skin soft and waterproof. The oily
sebum accumulates in the follicle as it moves up the hair shaft
where it mixes with normal skin bacteria (Propionibacterium Acnes)
and dead follicular skin cells. The dead cells normally get pushed
to the surface where they are expelled. The more sebum is produced
the greater the chances of clogged follicles that potentially result
in pimples.
When hormonal changes occur, such as an increase in androgen production,
the sebaceous gland and the inner lining of the skin within the
hair follicle also changes. Young girls and boys going through hormonal
changes during puberty shed skin more rapidly. With increase production
of sebum, the dead cells stick together and clog the hair follicles.
Once follicles are clogged it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria.
The bacteria (exists on everyone's skin regardless of acne) ingests
sebum and produces a chemical that can cause inflammation in the
follicle and surrounding skin.
Anyone can develop hormonal acne,
however, some people are predisposed to certain types of acne. Most
hormonal changes are temporary, however, they may need medical treatment.
Females who develop acne due to the following conditions may be
linked to hormonal changes:
- Appearance of pimples for the first time
in adulthood or reappearance after clearing up (PMS, Peri menopause,
Menopause)
- Unresponsive to treatment
- Worsening condition during pregnancy or menstruation
- Associated to masculine patterns of hair
growth or hair loss, may also include darkening of the skin
around the armpits or body folds, and torso obesity
The cause of adult acne associated to the
above conditions and chronic emotional or physiological stress can
be treated in a number of ways. Pimples or acne caused by hormonal
changes may not respond to over the counter topical acne treatments
that work on teenagers. The treatment
options may include oral contraceptives, oral corticoseteroids (anti-inflammatory
drugs), antiandrogens (reduce androgen productions) or natural alternatives.
Oral contraceptives side effects include nausea, weight gain, menstrual
spotting and breast tenderness. The side effects associated to oral
corticosteroids may cause weight gain and bone thinning. Antiandrogens
may cause irregular menstruation and breast tenderness.
Many choose natural alternatives that do not have any of the dangerous
side effects associated with many acne
medications. When pores become clogged and the body is lacking
certain nutrients to remove excess debris, they can become infected
and inflamed, causing hormonal acne. VÄXA
Clearin is a homeopathic medicinal that is available without
a prescription.
VÄXA Clearin is a specific
formulation which addresses the body's nutritional needs during
these very special times, complementing the body's miraculous system
of cleansing and purifying itself internally. When the body's specific
yet changing nutritive requirements are addressed, the body has
the power to heal itself, clearing away unsightly blemishes, spots
and pimples caused by hormonal changes, leaving your skin youthfully
creamy, soft, and inviting.
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