Acne Information Resource
Acne is a common skin disorder which occurs when oil and dead skin cells become trapped within a hair follicle, creating a plug within the pore. Zits, blackheads, whiteheads and pimples are other popular terms used for acne.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin disorder in the United States. It affects more than 60 million Americans, most of whom are between the ages of 11 and 25, although it can affect people of any age.