People who are prone to acne generally have good skin that is out of balance. They also tend to have skin that is never totally clear of acne. Skin prone to acne usually has a greasy touch to it by midday. Active acne is the presence of more that ten acne lesions at any given time. Blackheads on the nose and chin, as well as cysts and pustules are common.
Sebaceous glands become overactive due to internal factors such as a surge in hormones.
Puberty is often the cause of a hormonal surge. Surges can also be cyclical, preceding menses. Sebaceous glands can be overstimulated by stress. Available Cleansing is the single most important method of treating and controlling acne. The first step, face washing, should be done at least twice a day, with a mild cleanser.