What is Adult Acne?
One of the difficult parts
about growing up is dealing with the constant bumps that suddenly
appeared on your face. Face wash, astringents, and concealer were
your best friends. Then you finally reached your early 20s and those
pesky blemishes started appearing less and less.
And then they made a comeback.
Adult acne reared its unwelcome head and those teenage insecurities
came rushing back. So, what is adult acne and what is adult
acne doing back on your uncomplicated face?
Well, the reality is that adult acne is quite common. Acne can appear
in a person’s life either in adolescence or during their adult
life, or both. What is adult acne to women? Also a common
problem since they are more likely to have it. The cause isn’t
poor hygiene; the factors are usually hormones releasing excess
oil secretion, a hair duct not closing properly, or an infection.
When asking yourself "what
is adult acne?" the best solution is to visit a dermatologist.
Have him or her treat, aka squeeze, the pimples in a more hygienic
fashion that you would at home. This way you prevent scaring or
infections. Gently washing your face twice a day is also better
than washing frequently. Ask your doctor which product will work
best with your skin.
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