Conditions that affect the human skin

Healthy skin is the result of a complex interaction between your genes, hormones, your environment, and your lifestyle. All skin conditions start from an imbalance in these factors.

The human skin is very sensitive to changes in the environment, including temperature and humidity. To be healthy and look healthy, it must have a natural barrier (the upper layer of cells) that resists infection by microorganisms and helps regulate water loss.

Some of the most common skin conditions are acne, dermatitis (TCA), eczema (atopic), psoriasis, and ichthyosis Vulgaris.

Skin conditions are the most common health problem in the world. It is estimated that over 80% of people have a skin condition at some point in their lives, but only a minority of these get diagnosed. The World Health Organization estimates that at least 500 million people worldwide have a skin condition.

The most common type of skin disorder is called atopic dermatitis or eczema which is an immune-related disease with an onset before the age of 5 years and affects 10% to 15% of children living in industrialized countries. A genetic disorder called cutis lupus erythematosus (CLE) is also relatively common, with 0.5 to 2 cases per 100 000 people worldwide.

Acne is a skin condition where the pores on the skin become clogged with oil and dead cells, which causes pimples to form. People who have this condition have an increased chance of developing acne scars or dark spots on their skin. Acne can be caused by a number of factors such as genetics and family history, but it can also be caused by hormones and stress, as well as facial oils that create an oily environment for bacteria to grow on.

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body’s tissues.