Does One Type of Bacteria Cause Acne?: Zit All Depends

Thursday, February 28, 2013 - 18:00 in Biology & Nature

Four out of five Americans between the ages of 12 and 24 develop acne on their skin, but scientists still struggle to explain its cause. Although clinicians have long assumed that bacteria play an important role, the latest evidence suggests that key genetic differences among the bacterial strains that live in your pores make the difference between picture-perfect skin and unsightly pimples. [More]

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