Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Yes, adults get acne.

Some adults continue to get acne well into their 30s, 40s, and even 50s. It is even possible to get acne for the first time as an adult and it is most common among women going through menopause.

What causes acne in adults? Here are a few reasons:

1️⃣ Fluctuating hormone levels: 
An imbalance can lead to breakouts.
Women often experience fluctuating hormones: 
* Around their periods 
* During pregnancy, peri-menopause, and menopause
* After discontinuing (or starting) birth control pills 

2️⃣ Stress: 
Researchers have found a relationship between stress and acne flare-ups. In response to stress, our bodies produce more androgens (a type of hormone). These hormones stimulate the oil glands and hair follicles in the skin, which can lead to acne.

3️⃣ Family history

4️⃣ Hair and skin care products: 
If you have adult acne, you should read the labels on your skin and hair care products. Make sure you find one of the following terms on every container:
* Non-comedogenic 
* Non-acnegenic
* Oil-free
* Won't clog pores
You want to make sure your moisturizer, cleanser, sunscreen, and all other products contain one of these terms as these types of products are less likely to cause acne. 

5️⃣ Medication side effects: 
Acne is a side effect of some medicines. If you suspect this, talk with the doctor who prescribed it.

6️⃣ Undiagnosed medical condition: 
Sometimes, acne is a sign of an underlying medical condition. Once the medical condition is diagnosed and treated, the acne often clears. 

Here's the good news!
If you have tried everything on your own and your acne persists, then come see us and we'd be happy to help you through effective treatments!

Posted at 02:42 PM