A prolonged pimple can be a coded message that something is wrong with your health, and acne face maps are becoming more commonly used to figure out what the body is telling us. Ordinarily, acne is caused by skin follicles getting clogged by oil and dead skin cells. According to Mayo Clinic, it often causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples, and usually appears on the face, forehead, chest, upper back and shoulders. But when  acne pops up in different places it can mean different things. Here are some key spots and what they could mean:

Hairline

This is also known as pomade acne. Pomades are greasy, waxy, or a water-based substances containing oil or wax, and are generally used to style hair. Pomades block the natural production of natural oils in hair follicles. If you have hairline acne, consider changing your current hair food or allowing hair to touch your face.

Cheek acne

This is caused by your phone or pillowcase. Phones are dirtier than you realise; your phone can have fecal matter, E. Coli and other bacteria. Your pillowcase can come into contact with your hair oil, which can make acne break out on your cheek. Swab your phone with disinfectant wipes and change your pillowcases daily or at least once a week.

Chin acne

Acne on your chin and jawline may be caused by hormonal fluctuation. Excess androgens cause the overstimulation of oil glands,  which leads to clogged pores. Hormonal imbalance can also be caused by your menstrual cycle, or including high carb foods such as breads, sugars, processed foods, dairy with added hormones, and fatty red meat in your diet.

Forehead and nose acne

Acne in the T-zone area is often caused by oils and stress. Lack of adequate sleep means you are more likely to have acne. Listening to music or exercising before sleep can help reduce chances of a breakout. Avoid touching your forehead and face, because this is how you can transfer dirt and oils directly to your pores.