Acne is often thought of as a teenage problem, and while it is true that acne appears most often during the teenage years, it is a fact that adults can also suffer from acne.
Adults in their twenties to their fifties can experience acne flare-ups. Just as acne can cause all sorts of problems for teenagers, adult acne brings with it just as many negative effects on adults who suffer from it.
Stress can be one of the major triggers of acne in adults. Not surprisingly, women are more likely to suffer from adult acne than men, as it has been shown that women have much more stress in their day to day lifestyle. Add to that the altering hormonal levels a woman experiences every month, and of course the hormone fluctuations that occur during pregnancy. Just as in teens, hormones play an important factor in the onset and exacerbation of adult acne.
Other triggers for adult acne can be found in certain lifestyle choices. An unbalanced diet, smoking and drinking alcohol can affect the skin’s condition and susceptibility to acne.
Preventing outbreaks of adult acne is certainly possible. A proper nutritious diet, paired with plenty of water and rest is a good start. Trying to relieve stress and maintaining a proper skin care regimen can also help to prevent acne breakouts from occurring.
But how do you deal with the spots when you’ve already got them? There are many treatments available for people who have adult acne.
Anti-acne treatments, certain beneficial skin care products, and sometimes prescription medication are some of the many options available for acne on the market today. Visiting a specialised acne clinic or dermatologist is the only way to determine how severe your acne really is and to find the proper treatment available for you.
Dundrum Medical Cosmetic Clinic runs a specialised acne treatment clinic in Dundrum Town Centre, Dublin 16. Don’t suffer with acne in silence any more. Call 01 2166 778 for confidential advice on the best treatment options for your acne.
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