A Skin condition characterized by the appearance of black heads and pimples on the face, neck and body. the common type of acne that occurs in adolescence,is known as Acne vulgarism. Acne vulgarism is caused by over secretion of sebum by the sebaceous glands , under the influence of sex hormones.
Acne almost always disappears with maturity. treatment however,is aimed at reducing the amount of sebum produced.