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Home > Acne Complex® > Dr. Murad on Acne > What Causes Acne
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  1. Cellular Build-Up
    The accumulation of dead skin cells on the surface of the skin
  2. Excess Sebum (Oil)
    Overactive oil production triggered by hormone fluctuation or stress
  3. P-Acnes Bacteria
    A naturally-occurring bacteria that lives within the pores
  4. Inflammation
    An inflammatory response to excess sebum causes redness and swelling
 
Cellular Build-Up Salicylic Acid Encourages mild cell turnover. Gently
exfoliates the upper layer of the skin and
dissolves clogged pores.
  Glycolic Acid AHA dissolves dead skin cells, improves
collagen production, increases cell turnover,
fortifies the strength of the skin’s barrier and
enhances penetration of antioxidants,
anti-inflammatories and hydrators.
  Retinol Improves and normalizes cell renewal process.
Excess Sebum (Oil) Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
(Lemon Grass)
Essential Oil known for antibacterial,
antioxidant and tonifying benefits.
  Bentonite Clay Natural Clay used to absorb oil and
impurities from the skin.
  Queen of Meadow Extract Minimizes pores and prevents shine.
P-Acnes—Bacteria Triclosan Cleansing and anti-bacterial agent,
clears 99.9% of surface bacteria.
  Hydrogen Peroxide Penetrates the skin and kills anaerobic
bacteria that lives in the follicle.
  Sulfur Antibacterial agent—reduces the severity
of acne blemishes and encourages the
skin to clear.
Inflammation Licorice Root
(Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate)
Anti-inflammatory.
  Green Tea (Camellia
Oleifera Leaf) Extract
Powerful antioxidant and
anti-inflammatory benefits.
  Green Tea (Camellia
Oleifera Leaf) Extract
Helps promote healing and protects
skin from irritation.
  Allantoin Provides anti-irritant and
anti-inflammatory properties.
 
 
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