FAQS and The Best Acne Products
I am an identical twin and I have acne but my sister doesn’t - weird or what? Can you explain why and what would be the best acne products for me?
Answering questions like this is always difficult. We can’t give you a reason why your twin doesn’t have acne, because the precise cause and triggers are not fully understood. However, studies of twins have helped to work out that some genetic inheritance is involved, as identical twins tend to produce similar amounts of the skin grease called sebum. This is not the case for non-identical twins.
You don’t say how old you are - it may be that your sister will go on to develop acne. She is certainly more likely to have acne than if she were not your twin.
I have been having problems with my skin for about two years. Can you tell me what the difference is between spots and acne? I think that to have acne you must have at least 20 spots but my mum thinks otherwise.
There is no real difference between spots and acne, assuming that the type of spots fits into the pattern we have described with blackheads, whiteheads, papules and pustules. What is most important is the effect the spots have on you and whether you have any of the more serious types of spot that might cause long-term scars. If you are upset by the appearance of your skin, it doesn’t really matter how many spots you have - you have a problem that is worth seeking the best acne treatments for.