Several studies have been conducted to evaluate the concentration of androgenic and other hormones like testosterone, dihydrotestosterone, progesterone etc for finding possible causes of acne and differentiating the cause of acne in males and females. Studies reveals males produce more testosterone than females.

Androgen_Induced Acne:

However, studies also showed that females having acne produces excessive testosterone as compare to females who do not have acne yet. Therefore, studies concluded that higher levels of testosterone both in females and males does cause acne. Higher concentration of testosterone stimulate your sebaceous glands to produce excessive sebum that results in clogged hair follicles. Therefore, overproduction of testosterone is one of real causes of acne.

Androgen-Induced acne are more common in chin and jawline. It gives your face ugly look and reddish bumps flare up.

Zinc Induced Acne:

Zinc deficiency is common in females to regular menstruation cycles. Your body possesses no reservoir for storing zinc. Therefore, zinc deficiency greatly cause to damaged hair follicles and badly affect the normal activity of sebaceous glands. Zinc intake and including it in your diet is necessary. Zinc is found abundantly in blackberries, pees, corn, sweet potato, pumpkin seeds and cashews. Zinc-Induced acne commonly develop after monthly periods.

Acne During Pregnancy:

Having acne during pregnancy is common that most women have to encounter. It is due to extreme hormonal fluctuation within the body. Pregnancy acne can not be eliminated rapidly as it may harm the fetus as any drug used for reduction may prove deadly for the growing and developing fetus. Accutane during pregnancy may produce severe birth defects.

Conclusion:

Though female acne is common, females are less prone as compare to male to develop acne in their normal state. Females usually have acne during or after menstrual cycles, pregnancy, breastfeeding and due to intake of birth control pills. Birth control pills are also used for treating acne, therefore, do consult your doctor before taking any action.