There is an existing myth about the causes of pimples, which claim that only those who are in their puberty stage could acquire them. Scientific evidence would indicate otherwise showing that you can get pimples regardless of your age, gender, or nationality. Hence, it raises an interesting question that is common but none have been able to find a definitive answer to: what causes pimples? Your ability to find the answer to this could also mean the start of your battle against pimples.

Another cause of zits has been traced to diets and the lack of essential fatty acids. The body needs a specific quantity of essential fatty acids to remain in balance and the everyday Western diet does not provide a sufficient amount for most young people, whereas trans-fats and other nonessential fats are found in large quantities and it is this imbalance in the fat ratio that tips the scale in favor of excess production of sebum, leading to outbreaks of zits.