Adult Acne

What Are the Main Causes of Adult Acne?

Hormonal Shifts           

 Have you heard of hormonal acne? While this condition can affect young and aging adults, it is more common in women. Hormonal acne stems from increased levels of androgens. This condition is characterized by the formation of breakouts around the chin and jawline area.

Oily and Comedogenic Skincare Products

Oily and comedogenic products have a bad reputation. When you apply them, they can clog your pores, resulting in breakouts.

High-Stress Levels

While high-stress levels make our bodies produce cortisol hormone to restore our calm and inner peace, it also causes the release of testosterone hormone. Testosterone hormone makes the sebaceous glands produce more oil, triggering breakouts.

How To Get Around Adult Acne

Use Oil-Free and Non-comedogenic Products

Oil-free and non-comedogenic products are less likely to clog your pores. This lowers the risk of adult acne.

Do not Touch Your Face

Touching your face frequently can make your skin oily. This can increase the risk of adult acne.

Add Medicated Creams to Your Tool Box

Medicated creams contain powerful ingredients such as alpha-hydroxy acid, salicylic acid, and benzoyl peroxide. These ingredients eliminate dead skin cells that might be clogging your pores, causing adult acne. Your healthcare provider may also prescribe retinoids.

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Anastasia Filipenko is a health and wellness psychologist, dermatolist and a freelance writer. She frequently covers beauty and skincare, food trends and nutrition, health and fitness and relationships. When she's not trying out new skincare products, you'll find her taking a cycling class, doing yoga, reading in the park, or trying a new recipe.

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