Acne may develop or worsen as a result of:

• Frequently wearing tight fitting items, straps, or equipment that rubs up against the skin.
• Irritating substances that can be commonly found in chemical heavy skin and hair products.
• Hot water, frequent washing, strong detergent, or scratching.
• Frequent stress that lasts for days at a time.
• Excess sweating or using dirty towels to wipe away sweat, resulting in bacteria and dirt spreading onto the skin.
• Coming into direct contact with oils and/or strong chemicals on a regular bais.