Acne in Adult Women – A Common Acne Target
Acne in adult women is so common that it seems more like the rule than the exception. In truth, about 50% of women suffer from adult acne at some time in their adult lives, with many suffering from it on a regular basis. It isn’t necessarily a forgone conclusion that having an acne problem in your teenage years means that you will have acne as an adult woman. Often a teenage girl who is constantly battling acne will never have another problem with it once she reaches adulthood. On the other hand, a teenage girl who escapes the acne problem in adolescence my suddenly find herself faced with it in her thirties and forties.
Acne in adult women is an issue that can be hard to face, especially when you are just starting to see your first wrinkles and don’t need anything else on top of that. Fluctuating hormones can wreak havoc with your skin, and one way these fluctuations manifest themselves is through blemishes. These blemishes usually show up on the face in the form of blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples. They often show up right before or during menstruation, and some eruptions can actually be painful. If your period comes on a fairly regular basis each month, you may be able to prevent blemishes by using acne medications on your face for about a week before your period is scheduled to start.
Stress and poor nutrition can cause acne in adult women. Along with hormonal fluctuations, these things can prove to be truly detrimental to your skin. Exercise is a very positive way to combat stress. It’s even better when combined with a balanced diet that includes lots of fruits, vegetables, and good fats such as olive oil and canola oil. Just increasing your exercise and improving your diet can help you win half the battle with acne.
Over-the-counter medications can work for acne in adult women, but they can often be harsh and drying. For women who are already concerned about dry skin and wrinkles, this can be disconcerting. Fortunately, there are some over-the-counter medications that are geared more toward more sensitive adult female skin, but also natural remedies that can work better for older women. It is best to stay with gentle cleansers and toners that do not contain alcohol, and be sure to use a greaseless moisturizer after applying any creams or ointments for blemishes. Finding the right balance in your adult acne treatment is the key to having beautiful, blemish-free skin.
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