Sebaceous Glands and Acne

Sebaceous glands are located under the skin.

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  • These glands produce sebum which is an oily substance made up of fats.
  • The sebum oil produced by Sebaceous glands is blocked by keratin and results into Acne, zits, boils etc.
  • Androgen hormone increases the secretion of sebum in these glands

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