Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells, usually appearing most prominently on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulder areas.

It can cause whiteheads, blackheads or pimples and is most common amongst teenagers, though it can affect people of all ages. Hormonal changes such as puberty and menopause, certain medications, diet, and stress are some of the main factors that can cause the initial outbreaks.

Effective acne treatments are available, but acne can be persistent. The pimples and bumps heal slowly, and when one begins to go away, others seem to crop up. Depending on its severity, acne can cause emotional distress, be the cause of bullying and leave prominent scarring to the skin. The earlier the treatment is started, the lower the risk of such problems. Some acnes can even be treated with specialised aesthetic treatments such as PRP or mesotherapy.

Seek medical advice, they can advise on skin care and prescribe medication if necessary. Helping get him get his  acne under control should in-turn help positively improve his self-confidence.