There isn’t a gene for acne , but if one or both of your parents had acne, you may be more likely to experience this condition. This is because certain genes that influence risk factors for acne, like your inflammatory response and the activity of oil-secreting glands, can be passed down from parent to child.[1] Research suggests that genetic factors are important in determining your susceptibility to facial acne and the ability of acne-prone hair follicles to evolve into acne-resistant follicles in adulthood.[2]
References
- ^Anna Hwee Sing Heng et alGene variants associated with acne vulgaris presentation and severity: a systematic review(April 13, 2021)
- ^Goulden V, McGeown CH, Cunliffe WJThe familial risk of adult acne: a comparison between first-degree relatives of affected and unaffected individuals.Br J Dermatol.(1999-Aug)