What Causes Acne on the Temples?
May 29, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Introduction
Acne on the temples is commonly caused by the following factors:
- Oily skin: Excessive sebum production can lead to clogged pores or impaired sebum excretion due to other reasons, causing sebum to accumulate within the hair follicles and resulting in raised acne lesions.
- Hormonal imbalance: Disruption of endogenous hormone secretion can indirectly stimulate overproduction of sebum, thereby exacerbating acne development.
In daily life, many people are prone to acne on their faces—but sometimes the location of the breakouts seems unusual, such as acne appearing on the temples. So, what causes acne on the temples? The specific reasons are as follows:
① Overburdened Gallbladder
An overburdened gallbladder may lead to insufficient bile secretion. Consuming excessive processed foods—especially high-fat meals like fast food or takeout—can cause gallbladder congestion and overload, thereby contributing to temple acne.
② Oily Skin
Excessive sebum production, coupled with clogged pores or impaired sebum excretion, leads to sebum accumulation within hair follicles, resulting in raised acne lesions.
③ Hormonal Imbalance
Hormonal dysregulation within the body can indirectly stimulate overactive sebum production, thereby exacerbating acne development.
④ Inadequate Sleep
Avoid staying up late, as irregular or insufficient sleep disrupts normal sebaceous gland function. Importantly, never pick or squeeze temple acne—it can easily leave shallow pitted scars.
