Vitamin deficiency
Over-activity of sebaceous glands
Follicle fallout
Bacterial infection
Inflammation
Sluggish liver
Alcohol
Hereditary factors
Taking too much stress
Misuse of drugs
Hormonal imbalances
Glucose intolerance
Smoking
Essential fatty acid deficiency Foods like pizza, chocolate, and fried items
Cosmetics that are pore-clogging Pressure from helmets, chinstraps, collars, suspenders, etc…
Exposure to industrial products, like cutting oils.
Environmental irritants, such as polluted air and high humidity.
Squeezing or picking at blemishes Hard scrubbing of the skin.
Change of hormonal levels in women, mainly before, during and after menses.
Congested colon and constipation Food allergies and food sensitivities, especially to milk.
Medications that contain bromides, iodides or steroids