3 Reasons Why Teenagers Hate Having Acne

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Teenagers Hate Having Acne
Acne is a big issue for teens. It can damage body image and self-esteem. While acne breakouts teens often feel uncomfortable or embarrassed. The study by Dr. Rivers (2015), “Females feel the emotional impact of acne more than males and have higher rates of depression and anxiety”. However pimple is not a serious heath risk. Therefore, There are three main causes of teenage acne: growth of bacteria, comedogenic makeup, and food allergy.

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