Does dairy cause acne?

Acne is a condition which usually presents during puberty and can be caused by fluctuations in hormones resulting in the overproduction of oily secretions by glands. Due to the complex nature of acne which can be influenced by genetics, skin type and hormones, a simple explanation of acne being ‘caused by’ any single food is unlikely. There is no sufficient evidence to recommend changes to the intake of dairy products for the management of acne. In fact, milk is a source of a number of nutrients that have established roles in normal skin health, such as vitamin B2 and iodine.