At the bottom of the face acne

It was thought no longer have age, but it is acne that settled on the bottom of our face! Dermatologists noted that this phenomenon is unfortunately more and more women: blame stress, smoking, inadequate contraception... And they underscore the need for specialized support. Do not therefore hesitate to take appointment with the dermatologist. He will prescribe a treatment adapted to treat lesions (antibiotics, zinc gluconate, isotretinoin...), but it will also advise mild care and non-comedogenic. Recently, a French study showed that only 22% of acne women followed a medical treatment. However, this skin disease affects the quality of life. More reason to get help without delay

? Is this the same acne than juvenile acne

Not quite. The location is different, and affects mainly the lower face (jaw and Chin). It's often inflammatory acne with more or less of lesions, sometimes retentionnelles lesions (comedones) with a more or less important seborrhoea. It can be a persistent pubertal acne (the majority of cases) or who relapse, or to a beginner acne appearing in adulthood

? What are the causes of its occurrence

The role of stress is mentioned, but not shown. "It must first eliminate specific causes, such as taking drugs (corticosteroids) or rich in vitamin B12 supplements, explains Dr. Philippe Beaulieu, dermatologist. Poor quality cosmetic (comedogenic) and contraception can also play a supporting role." The genetic factor is this: there are four times more likely to have acne into adulthood if our mother was! Finally, some women have a few buttons on the Chin and the jaws before menstruation. But, more often, acne is not caused by a hormonal abnormality. Real hormonal disorders such as Hyperandrogenism (excess of male hormones) are 

rare

? When should you consult

"Many women believe that a few pimples on the face do not require to see a specialist, regrets the doctor. However, even in this case, it is important to consult a dermatologist. Considered a chronic disease, acne application indeed attack, followed by maintenance treatment treatment." In addition, to act as soon as possible reduces the risk of scarring