That occasional pimple that bothers you can be concealed using cover-up creams and concealer, but for acne, you need a permanent solution. Breakouts may happen due to various reasons like skin type, climate, hormonal change, etc. It becomes tough to decide what to do when they arrive. There could be more than one contributing factor when it comes to acne, like oil and clogged pores, dirt, etc.Â
First of all, you need to understand that every product or remedy won’t suit you because everyone has a different skin type, and one must act according to it. If you go to find the best acne treatment, there are millions of products out there, from acne masks to DIY remedies, to store-brought antibiotics and spot treatments. All these could be so overwhelming that you may confuse what would be the best option for you.Â
We all had acne when we were young, and back then, we used to think they will go away soon after high school, but adult acne is a reality, and that is too painful. In this article, you would know what causes acne in the first place and how you can treat it using home remedies and acne treatments and medications.Â
So What Causes Acne?

Your skin pores often get clogged by oil, dead skin cells, bacteria, and dirt. When this occurs, you may get a pimple or zit, but if your skin is repeatedly affected by these factors, acne develops. Although this is not a life-threatening situation, it could be painful when worsening up. Also, some people develop emotional stress due to it. Acne is found all over the body, but it is commonly found on the face, neck, shoulders, and back. Some other reasons may contribute to acne:
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- Hormonal changes during puberty or pregnancy;
- An unbalanced diet high in sugars or carbohydrates;
- Specific medication such as oral contraceptives or corticosteroids;
- Having parents who had severe acne.
Every patient responds to treatments differently, so there is no one size fits all kind of treatment. Here are some acne treatments for mild, occasional, and moderate acne.Â