No not me…what you thought adults don’t get acne or you didn’t have acne as an adolescent but bummed because you do now.
You are not alone – adult acne affects 25% of all adult men and 50% of adult women at some time in their adult lives…in their 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond.
Acne is a medical condition and there are many myths about what the culprit is – consuming chocolate, caffeine, greasy foods or not washing enough. Truth be told, no one knows exactly what causes it, but most experts agree there are several related factors that may aggravate the condition including:
The good news: In most cases, adult acne can be successfully addressed with the right treatments and medications.
Acne can often lead to permanent skin damage and scarring commonly known as acne scars. However these can be removed. The treatment depends on the severity of the scars. Here’s a snapshot.
Whatever you do, the first and most important thing is to consult with your dermatologist in determining what the best regime is for your skin.