Appearance: Blackheads, whiteheads (milia), inflammation, redness.
How it Begins: Genetics, hormones and stress are the major factors contributing to acne.
Cause: Dead skin cells clog oil glands which causes bacteria to build up in those glands, irritating the skin.
An infection results and a breakout develops.

Appearance: Redness and irritation on the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin.
How it Begins: Triggers may include heat, alcohol, sun exposure, emotions, spicy foods, weather and
topical irritants.
Cause: Unknown.

Appearance: Shows up as redness and irritation.
How it Begins: While the triggers can vary, hormones, stress, genetics and diet may all be contributing factors.
Cause: Skin irritation allows bacteria to grow, which causes a breakout.

Appearance: Looks just like acne.
How it Begins: Shaving, tweezing and waxing.
Cause: Hair curls back underneath the skin leading to irritation. This opens the skin up to bacteria, which
causes a breakout.

Appearance: Small bumps on back of upper arm.
How it Begins: Hereditary.
Cause: Overproduction of skin cells around the hair follicle clogs the pore, causing a breakout.

Appearance: Looks just like acne.
How it Begins: Picking your skin.
Cause: Bacteria from your hands irritates the skin and causes a breakout.

Appearance: Looks like red bumps around the mouth.
How it Begins: While the triggers can vary, hormones, stress, genetics and diet may all be contributing factors.
Cause: Skin irritation creates a breeding ground for bacteria, which causes a breakout.