Cutibacterium bacteria on skin, animation - HD Bildbanksvideo

Animation of Cutibacterium acnes bacteria on the skin. Formerly called Propionibacterium, C. acnes are non-pathogenic bacteria normally found on human skin, where they are well adapted to the natural acidity. C. acnes is usually found in the hair follicles and pores of the skin, where it normally causes no problems. However, if there is an overproduction of sebum (sebaceous oil), the bacteria proliferate, producing enzymes that damage the skin and cause acne