Acne vulgaris is a common yet complex inflammatory skin disease. It is multifactorial, and is characterised by hormonally driven sebum overproduction, follicular hyperkeratinisation and chronic inflammation. In adolescents, puberty and genetics play an integral role, with up to 85% of adolescents experiencing some form of acne and its associated symptoms. This may be because androgen, … Continue reading The underlying causes of acne