Many people sail through puberty without getting more than the occasional spot or two, and so it can come as quite as a shock when they become an adult and find their skin breaking out like a teenager in unsightly acne.
When you think about anti-aging and protecting the wellness and wellbeing of your skin, you probably think more in terms of preventing sagging and wrinkles, rather than preventing or getting rid of spots! However, according to the experts, around 50 percent of adult women suffer from breakouts of acne during their 20s and 30s. For some, this also continues into later life.
One of the biggest causes of adult acne is actually stress. That is because stress releases a hormone called cortisol, which can lead to increased oil production in the skin, and the blocking of pores. This leads to breakouts of unsightly acne.
Lack of sleep can also be a serious contributor, as sleep is when your hormone levels are regulated. When you are not getting enough sleep, your hormones can go haywire and breakouts can occur.
Other leading causes of adult acne include bacteria on your skin after having a workout, withdrawing after being on the contraceptive pill and the hormonal fluctuations that occur during pregnancy. At other times there can be no real explanation for your skin problems.
Over the counter products can be very effective if you suffer from the occasional breakout here and there. Look out for anything with benzoyl or salicylic acid, which helps to zap bacteria and unclog pores. You can also buy these types of products online.
If your problem is more serious, and the pimples persist for more than a few days to a week at a time, then you should seek advice from your GP, who may refer you to a specialist dermatologist. They will be able to prescribe you more powerful medications than anything you can buy over the counter. They may also suggest medications such as Accutane or even going on the pill to regulate your hormone levels.
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