"Fungal Acne Prevention: Understanding Folliculitis"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Insider
Folliculitis, also known as "fungal acne," is a skin condition caused by yeast overgrowth that leads to inflamed hair follicles. It can be misdiagnosed as regular acne, but it is treated differently. Fungal acne is caused by yeast overgrowth in hair follicles and is exacerbated by oily moisturizers or sweaty clothes. Keeping skin clean and dry and avoiding clogging skincare products can help prevent it. Over-the-counter medicated shampoos can provide some relief, but most cases require prescription drug therapy prescribed by a dermatologist.