acne
Origin of acne
OTHER WORDS FROM acne
acned, adjectiveWORDS THAT MAY BE CONFUSED WITH acne
acme, acneWords nearby acne
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What is acne?
Acne is a skin condition in which the skin’s sebaceous glands become clogged, infected, and inflamed. A more technical name for it is acne vulgaris.
Acne commonly results in pimples—small inflammations or swellings of the skin that may or may not be filled with pus. More severe cases of acne can result in cysts and nodules that can leave scars.
Acne most commonly affects the face, neck, and back. It is most common among teens and preteens due to changes in body chemistry during the period of development known as puberty, but adults can also get acne.
Example: My skin is naturally oily, so I have to buy a specific face wash to help keep my acne under control.
Where does acne come from?
The word acne ultimately comes from the Greek akmḗ, meaning “facial eruption.” The first records of the word acne come from the 1700s.
The skin condition acne comes from the clogging of the skin’s sebaceous glands. These glands normally release an oily substance that acts as a natural moisturizer for the skin and hair. But when they get clogged, they get inflamed, often resulting in red bumps on the skin known as pimples. Most people get acne at some point, but some people get it worse than others. It sometimes goes away on its own, but sometimes it calls for additional treatment by a dermatologist—a doctor who specializes in skin conditions.
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What are some other forms related to acne?
- acned (adjective)
What are some synonyms for acne?
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What are some words that often get used in discussing acne?
How is the word acne used in real life?
Acne is fairly common, especially among teens. Most people treat it as an annoyance.
Hormonal acne is the worst!! Sometimes i wish I didn’t have any hormones or dead skin cells or sebum 😅 but it’s natural so whatever
— Priti (@whatithink_97) September 28, 2020
Pros weigh in on how to get rid of acne scars and marks. https://t.co/VDOZZ8q4dG
— Vogue Magazine (@voguemagazine) September 23, 2020
Fr how do some teenagers not have acne like what, you’re using black magic?
— J ESSD DNGF (@solvargar) September 26, 2020
Try using the word acne!
Is acne used correctly in the following sentence?
I can’t believe I got a bad case of acne right before the dance!