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. 2020 Jul 19;12(7):e9277. doi: 10.7759/cureus.9277

Table 5. Aggravating factors for acne (n = 484) (more than one options were selected by respondents).

Variable Frequency Percentage
Conditions that aggravate acne: 
Not cleaning the skin properly 145 30
Constant exposure to sunlight and humidity 121 25
Exercise/excessive sweating 08 40
Hijab border sites 01 05
Lack of sleep 06 28
Removal of hair by wax or shave 92 19
Closed pores 145 30
Obesity 08 40
Hereditary 290 60
Foods that aggravate acne:
Fatty food and butter 145 30
Chocolate 218 45
Dairy products 242 50
Soft drinks 145 30
Fried food or chips 339 70