Our skin boasts numerous sebaceous glands responsible for secreting sebum, an oily substance that serves to nourish and safeguard our skin. However, when sebum production goes into overdrive, it can lead to problems such as inflammation, blockage of sebum channels, insufficient shedding of dead skin cells, and the proliferation of acne-causing bacteria. The result is skin that becomes excessively oily, inflamed, and prone to the development of blackheads and whiteheads, culminating in the onset of acne.

These sebaceous glands are particularly sensitive to androgenic hormones, which surge during puberty, causing a significant spike in sebum production. This, in turn, triggers various skin changes associated with sebum overproduction. When addressing congested or oily skin, the primary focus is on reducing sebum production and enhancing the shedding of dead skin cells (desquamation) to promote a healthier complexion.