You must have heard about some myths regarding the causes of acne, like some foods causing it or some other factors leading to triggering of acne flare-up. Let us see, what are the common myths about acne and what the experts say about them.
Myths: Some people believe that eating foods like chocolate, French fries, and other high-fat favorites can lead to acne or make it worse.
Reality: Food does not cause acne, dermatologists stress, but eating a healthy, balanced diet is vitally important for great looking skin.
Now, knowing that, let us have a look at some factors or substances that can actually cause acne and aren’t any myths!
Chemicals and street drugs can also cause acne: “Chloracne” is a well-recognized clinical sign of exposure to certain chemicals, like dioxins-seen in Vietnam veterans who were exposed to the defoliant Agent Orange. Steroids, and the use of the drug Ecstasy, have also been linked with acne like rashes.
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