Why Adults Get Acne and How to Treat It Effectively

Why Am I Still Getting Acne as an Adult?

You thought acne was a teenage problem. Then you turned 30 (or 40 or 50) and suddenly your chin decided to throw a zit party. Surprise! Adult acne is real, and it is more common than you think. The good news? It is treatable at any age.

Why do adults get acne?

Adult acne can be triggered by a few different things, sometimes all at once:

• Hormones: Periods, pregnancy, menopause, and birth control changes can all increase oil production that clogs pores. Men with higher testosterone can also experience more breakouts.

• Medications and supplements: Certain prescriptions such as steroids, lithium, or seizure medications, along with whey protein and some vitamins, can stir up acne.

• Genetics: If oily skin runs in your family, breakouts might too. Thanks, mom and dad.

• Stress: Stress raises cortisol which tells your skin to produce more oil. Add poor sleep or stress-snacking and breakouts are not far behind.

Why drugstore products often do not work

The acne aisle is packed with options like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and retinoids. But here is the catch: adult skin is not teenage skin. It is often more sensitive, more prone to dryness, and slowly losing collagen. Harsh products that worked when you were younger can make things worse now.

Another thing to know: sometimes your breakouts are not acne at all. Rosacea and fungal folliculitis can look like pimples but require very different treatment. No drugstore wash will solve that.

The best way to treat adult acne

This is where professional acne care makes all the difference. At our clinic, we:
✔ Find the real cause of your acne, whether it is hormones, stress, medications, or something else
✔ Create a personalized treatment plan that clears your skin without damaging your skin barrier
✔ Save you time and money by ending the endless product guessing game
✔ Support you with education and skincare guidance that actually works for your lifestyle

You do not have to live with adult acne

Breakouts in adulthood can feel embarrassing, but you do not need to hide behind makeup or waste money on random products. With the right care, adult acne is absolutely manageable.

✨ Ready for clearer, calmer skin? Book your consultation today and let us help you get started.