Acne vulgaris, also known simply as acne, is a common, chronic, inflammatory disease of the glands that produce sebum (sebaceous follicles). This disease results in the formation of inflamed elevations (papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts), comedones (blackheads and whiteheads), and scars on the skin.
Acne is also frequently associated with emotional and mood disorders. More than 90 percent of the world population is affected by acne at some point in their life.3 So if you’re dealing with acne, you’re certainly not alone!