Cystic Acne is the most severe type of acne vulgaris that can trigger a pimple to form into cyst. Also known as nudolocystic acne, it can cause deep inflamed pimple breakouts on the face, back, neck and other skin areas. However, having cystic acne does not mean that all of the pimples that you have has cyst, but only those who deeply develop has cyst.

Having a Cyst can be very painful because they develop fluid-like lumps deep within your skin. The pimple outbreaks for cystic acne sufferers are more often and a lot bigger compared to regular pimple.

Aside from the cyst, they can also have nodules. Nodules are hard and painful lumps found skin deep.

Causes Cystic Acne?

Several studies say that cystic acne is most common to develop on teenage boys rather than girls because boys sweat more.

• Developing overactive oil glands- because of too much sweating and frequent skin cleansing, skin will produce too much oil that can trigger to inflammation of skin.
• Excess dead skin cell- When dead skin cell is not easily replaced and trapped within pores; pimple outbreak will start to develop.
• Exposure to acne-causing bacteria- When a person are too exposed to acne bacteria or germs most commonly unseen; he/she can have a strong possibility to have cystic acne, especially when the face is not cleansed after the exposure.

Effects of Cystic Acne:

When cystic acne hits you; you have a big tendency to have acne scars when it dries out. The scars are deep and big. Also, having acne cyst can also wreck the skin damage skin tissues that would take few months or years to retain.

There are several treatments for cystic acne but they are not often available over the counter. Best advice is to consult with your trusted dermatologist to have best prescription.

Cystic Acne can be dangerous and so prevention is really better than cure. Cleanse your skin daily and maintain a balance-healthy lifestyle. Furthermore, drinking plenty of water can help the skin’s replenished and glows.