Baby Acne is a common skin problem that affects young people and adolescents, and acne often begins in puberty, but it can occur at any age, and there are different types of acne that affect newborns, infants and young children, according to the “carebeauty” website.
baby Acne can occur when the pores become clogged with dead skin cells and sebum. Bacteria normally present on the skin may enter the clogged pores.
Acne comes in several types, either closed white heads, or open black heads. Inflamed acne causes painful red bumps or sores, and the sores may become infected with bacteria. This type of acne includes pimples closest to the surface of the skin.
What causes acne?
The cause of acne is not fully understood. Acne is associated with:
Hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, and the menstrual cycle
In both boys and girls, levels of male sex hormones (androgens) rise during puberty, causing more sebum and more dead skin cells.
Use certain products to wash the skin.
Wear clothing that rubs or irritates the skin.
High levels of moisture in the air and sweating.
Taking certain medications such as corticosteroids.
What are the symptoms of acne in a child?
Acne can occur anywhere on the body and is most common in areas where there are more sebaceous glands, such as: the face, chest, upper back, shoulders, and neck.
Symptoms can occur slightly differently in each child. It can include:
Small, skin-colored or white bumps (whiteheads).
Small, dark-colored bumps (blackheads).
Red pus-filled blisters.
Hard, raised bumps (nodules).
Dark areas of the skin.
-scars.
