Excess oil becomes lodged in hair follicles, combining with shed cells of keratin. This results in clogged pores that can produce comedomes, otherwise known as blackheads. As this mixture of sebum and keratin sits in the pore, sebum provides food for the acne bacteria called Propionibacterium Acnes (or “P.acnes” for short). As the bacteria begins to flourish, acne breakouts occur. |
In addition to basic cosmetic issues caused by oily skin, it can also be horribly damaging to self esteem - especially when it contributes to acne breakouts. In a world where the standard of beauty is flawless skin with microscopic pores, anyone with excess oil & acne can be made to feel like an outcast by society. Lack of confidence often forces people with this affliction to hide from the world, in order to deter off-putting comments from others. |