Does Oily Food Cause Acne?

There are many myths spreading around the world that oily /fatty foods and sweetened beverages caused acne.

What is the truth behind this Acne Myth that you had heard of?

What caused acne

It is a common problem faced by both genders during puberty age.

Most teenagers between the age of 14-20 are greatly affected by acne all around the world.

• hormones produced had changed during boys and girls reaching puberty period. That is when their public hair ( armpits , genitals area, face) started to grow, changes in the skin tone and texture.
• Oily secretion called “Sebum”, helps to lubricate both the skin and hair in order to keep them soft and waterproof.
• Hormones increases in number and sizes, same goes with the glands under the skin.
• Thickness of sebum increases
• the duct under the skin leading to the surface of the skin is blocked by dead cells or hardened sebum
• White and Black heads are formed
• Blackheads are infected and swells with bacteria, becomes sore, produced pus in the skin.
• Little red and pinkish bumps with white pus are painful when touched
• Acne appears on part of the face, neck and (especially) forehead
• This is called “Acne” or “Pimples”

Teenagers Woe

Teenage boys do not worry much about the skin until the acne started to develop on their handsome faces.

Acne could turn a good looking guy into an ogre if not taken care of immediately.

Teenage girls are more cautious about skincare compare to boys.

However, the female hormones changes quickly in months due to body temperature and diets.

The development of acne is caused by over production of oily sebum, in addition to the hormones changes.

Does oily food cause Acne

The answer is yes and no.

Why Yes

• teens who reduce intake of chocolates, sweets, canned drinks, fried foods and crisps can see some improvement in the acne but not 100%

Why No

• there is no scientific evidence that oily/fatty foods have any connection with the cause behind acne.
• the myths about consuming these unhealthy foods will produce more sebum under the skin is not true. Just an old wives tale to stop teenagers from getting overweight.
• These oily/fatty foods do not increase the chances of developing acne.
• Instead, some people are ALLERGIC to certain foods that had affected their skin texture
• Acne, little red bumps, rashes are caused by food allergy
• Oil and grease on the skin will cause clogged pores
• Oily complexion not taken care of will cause acne breakout, not related to oily food consumption
• Insufficient fluid intake may cause acne.
• Skin loses water through sweating, urination, tears.
• Skin dehydrates and becomes dry , started to block the ducts to the skin.
• 2 cups of water helps to regulate blood flow and replenish dryness on the skin

How to treat acne

Many teens are frustrated, felt stressful and panicked when the acne started to breakout overnight.

Everyone wanted to appear attractive, spotless skin, regardless of sex gender.

1. wash face with antibacterial soap or facial foam
2. apply lotion on the affected skin surface to stop acne from spreading
3. Alcohol cleaning lotion and Alcohol toner will cause excessive dryness on the skin. Thus make acne worsen.
4. Choose water based lotion and toner
5. Acne creams contain Benzoyl peroxide will unblock clogged pores
6. helps to remove sebum and destroy bacteria
7. mild exposure to sunlight, avoid afternoon sun
8. avoid squeezing pimples or poking with needle
9. spread infection through bacteria under the fingernails
10. Drink plenty of water, eat fresh fruits and veggies for more fibre

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