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n. - The oily secretion of the sebaceous glands.

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  • Sebaceous glands produce a substance called sebum, which is in charge of keeping the skin and hair moisturized.
  • The condition is caused by excess secretion of a natural oil called sebum, which is produced by the sebaceous glands.
  • The oil called sebum builds up inside the pore and becomes infected with bacteria.
  • They secrete a natural oil called sebum through the hair follicles onto your skin's surface.
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