Pimple Myths: The Last Set

True or False? Find out the truth about common pimples and its myths.

Myth No. 11: Only teens get pimples

It is true that 9/10 teenagers experience pimples, but it is also true that about 1 in about 4 grownups get it also. Pimple seems to be related with hormones which would explicate why teenagers have such a high relative incidence of pimples, but adults are also going through hormonal shifts at several times in their lives.

Myth No. 12: Pimples can be cured

Many people consider acne as a disease that can be cured for good or PERMANENTLY. Unfortunately, this isn't the case. Acne can be controlled and prevented through proper skin precaution, but it can not be cured.

Myth No. 13: Pimples are contagious (What was that?)

Of course Not! No one can "catch" pimples; it is non-communicable. If pimples would be contagious, it would be the worse than Influenza A(H1N1).

Myth No. 14: Taking birth control can control your pimples.

True. Many dermatologists prescribe birth control for women to get rid of severe pimple breakouts. Birth control helps stabilize your hormones which can limit the amount of sebum produced.

Myth No. 15: Long hair complicates pimples

The cause of acne is bacteria and if the person’s hair is long and is not cleansed properly then it will definitely complicate pimples. It is not the hair, it is the bacteria from the dirt residing on your hair.

Myth No. 16: Girls are more susceptible to having acne than boys

Acne is commonly present among boys due to the male hormone called androgen which is dominant. Some studies even prove that boys develop more acne than girls, this for the main reason that boys are usually outdoors.

Pimples are disturbing for growing individuals but it would become less disturbing if adults, kids and teenagers would know the facts and not the side lies. So do not believe everything you hear. If you have more myths, you should contact your dermatologist to see if they are either true or false.

Note: This is the last batch of Pimple myths/beliefs that I've encountered so far.