The 3 most common causes and what you can do about acne & pimples

Pimples, impure skin or acne are not uncommon, but that doesn't make them any less annoying. Impurities are not limited to puberty. Whether on the face, back or shoulders, pimples are still common for many men. With the right body and face care routine and a balanced diet, you can get rid of impurities and even prevent them. Here are the most common reasons for impurities and what you can do about them!

The most common causes of impure skin

Hormones play an important role here. Testosterone leads to increased sebaceous gland activity, which makes your skin greasier. In combination with dead skin cells, this excess sebum clogs your pores, which leads to unsightly blackheads. If these then come into contact with bacteria, pimples develop.
Heredity also plays a role, as do certain medications that can promote skin impurities. Alcohol increases your sebum production, as does stress or strong sun exposure. Incorrect care, insufficient or overly aggressive cleansing are also contributing factors.

Why is men's skin prone to acne & pimples?

Even though men's skin is thicker than women's skin and therefore more robust, sebum production is stronger and therefore more prone to clogged pores and thus pimples.
After shaving or generally under your beard, you often notice small pimples and redness. These often arise from micro-injuries, ingrown hairs or germs. You can find out how to best deal with this in our article on razor burn.

If you frequently suffer from pimples and impurities, you should ask your dermatologist for help. They can tell you exactly what is best for your skin and, if necessary, recommend antibacterial or even antibiotic creams.

The right facial care & facial cleansing for impure men's skin

First, you should know your skin type. Whether dry, oily or normal – every skin type needs individual care. A good cleansing gel for thorough skin cleansing is an absolute must. A chemical or mechanical peeling is a useful addition, as it frees your pores from dirt, excess sebum, dead skin cells and ingrown hairs. It is important here to use a facial peeling for your face and a body peeling for your body. It sounds trivial, but the peeling grains for your face must be smaller and the product adapted to your facial skin. Don't forget a nourishing cream, because if your skin is too dry, you will only stimulate your sebum production more, which then leads to overly oily skin. We have summarized the most important steps for you here:

Getting rid of and preventing pimples and acne on your back

Most sebaceous glands in men are located on the face and back, which means pimples are particularly common here. Similar to blemishes on the face, a good and thorough care routine helps here too. When it comes to pimples on the back, clothing also plays an important role. For example, synthetic, air-impermeable clothing makes you sweat more, which clogs pores and promotes blemished skin. After sports, you should wash off sweat quickly.

4 Tips: What helps best against blemished skin?

Tip 1: Hands off!

Yes, it's tempting. Yes, it's hard not to squeeze. But you're only making it harder for yourself. The bacteria on your hands can worsen inflammation, promote acne, and leave behind pimple marks.