Acne is one of the most common disease that troubles us. Most of us suffer from it in some form as we grow up. Acne affects our looks and self confidence. The acne scars are scary and tend to dent our self confidence making us self-conscious. Sometimes we get the question in mind, that can acne be contagious? and should we keep away from acne sufferers? Let try get to the answer.

Is it contagious or not?

For any diseases or condition to be contagious, there has be an agent that is passed on from one person to another. For example like in ringworm, where one can pass on the fungus and affect another person. Acne causes have nothing that can be passed on from one person to another. There is nothing that we can catch from others that will cause acne on our skin.

Acne is caused by the excess production of sebum that is hormone related. The gland block that forms and makes the sebum remain inside is only dead skin and is also caused by hormonal and other little known reasons. The bacteria P.acnes that inflames the acne is found on the skin of all of us. None of the mentioned three reasons for causing acne can be passed on. So acne is not contagious.

What precautions should you take to keep acne at bay.

Avoid stress, as it can often trigger acne. Whenever you take any hormones or are nearing pregnancy, consult your doctor about acne possibility and take preventive measures. Keep the top layer of your skin healthy, wash your face twice a day and keep it clean of dirt and oils. All thses should help you keep your skin acne free or lessen the outbreak of acne.