Did you know that facial skin differs between men and women? Apart from the obvious difference of facial hair, men’s skin is approximately 25% thicker than a woman’s, oilier and tougher.
During puberty, stimulation of androgens; including testosterone and dihydrotestosterone, creates structural differences in the skin. These hormones also increase sebum production, explaining why males are more susceptible to longer lasting bouts of acne during puberty.