Question 26
Salma had a very soft and smooth skin during her childhood. As she entered adolescence, she developed pimples on her face. The skin specialist advised her to wash her face at regular intervals. Can you explain the reasons for the appearance of pimples on her face and suggest ways to prevent them?

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During adolescence, the secretion of sweat glands and sebaceous glands increases leading to formation of acne and pimples. Regular face wash keeps the face clean and dry and helps to reduce the pimples.

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