What is female acne and how to cure hormonal acne ?

 FEMALE  ACNE 

Acne affects an increasing number of adults femals , impairing  quality of life with significant negative psychological  effect and socail impact . Adult female acne [AFA] is defined as one that  affects women over the of 25 and may persist continuously or intermittently from adolescence or manifest for the first time in this period . It  is believed  that genetics  and hormonal factors this period . It is believed that genetic and hormonal factors contribute to the pathogenesis of AFA , characterized by chronic evolution , reqiring maintenance treatment, in some cases for years . Other authors have confirmed that adult females are more affected than men in all age groups and that acne can persist even after 50 years of age . 



In addition to persistent and late acne, more recently a third type has been suggested , called recurrent acne , that is present in adolescence , improves for a variable period of time , and returns in adulthood . There are few publication regarding this, because current researches , despite the age of onset of acne , rarely ask the patient if acne recurred after a period in adolescence . 

What is adult female acne ?

Adult female acne can look very similar to teenage acne . while adult acne is commonly thought  to affect the jawline and chin , it can appear on any part of the face or trunk . Adult women can have clogged pores , inflamed pus - filled  bumps , deep - seated cysts . Unfortunately , treatment options that worked well in the teenage  years may not work as well in adult females with acne , due to triggering  factors such as hormonal imbalance , stress, and diet . These hormones stimulate oil production within the skin , promoting the growth of acne - causing bacteria . So there are many reasons adult females can get acne . Hormonal disturbances caused by pregnanacy , menstrual cycle , menopause , and oral contraceptives can contribute to acne by modifying the production of certain hormones . Stress can increase the production of substances that activate oil glands  within  the skin  of acne  patients . Consumption of dairy and high - glycemic foods  is also linked to acne . Certain hair  or skin products can clog pores and cause comedonal acne . A board certified dermatologist can help determine the approprite treatment for the type of acne you have . 

Consesequences of adult acne and scarring :



Adult females may also be more likely to seek  teratment  for active acne when acne bumps and scarring persist .The extent to which  acne  causes emotional distree varies, and is not related to the severity of the acne or acne scars . Some women with acne may experience distruption in their personal  and professional lives as they  fear stigmatization in relationships and employment .    

How to cure Hormonal Acne on Jawline ?         

  Hormonal  acne is whenn breakouts for in adulthood that could range from blackheads and whiteheads  to painful cysts. Hormonal acne is linked to the overproduction of sebu,m , which clogs pores, leading to pimples , though often unavoidable , hormonal  acne can be treated to prevent future breakouts from forming . Hormonal acne , also kownn as adult acne, affects adults between the ages of 20 and 50 .Hormonal acne is the direct result of excess  sebu, in oil glands.  Acne causes bumps on your face, shoulders , chest  , jawline and back in the following forms :



  • pimples 
  • blackheads 
  • whiteheads 
  • cysts 

Fungal  acne vs hormonal acne : -

      Fungal acne and hormonal acne are often confused with each other confused  with each other because both types of acne start in the hair follicles . Fungal acne occurs when excess yeast develops whereas hormonal acne is caused by excess sebum . Fungal acne can result in whiteheads , itchiness and often becomes red, irritated and inflamed . 

What causes of hormonal acne ?

Acne caused by clogged pores  .Hormonal acne develops when hormonal changes increase the amount of oil your skin produces . This oil interacts with bacteria on the pores of your skin and hair grows and results in acne . 



Clogged pores are the result of : 

- Excess seburn 

- Dead skin cells 

- Bacteria 

CAUSES OF HORMONAL ACNE THAT YOU CAN CONTROL :         

  • Stress
  • Lack of sleep
  • Using hair and skincare products that aren't oil free or free of ingredients that won't clog pores.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
  •  HORMONAL ACNE CAUSED BY PREGNANCY - When you are pregnant , hormonal fluctuation can cause acne. Acne gets better as your  pregnancy progresses. There  are several treatments  that  you should avoid during  pregnancy , including  topical  retinods , salicyclic acid and isotretinoin .  Healthcare  provider about the safest acne treatment for you to rduce and eliminate  breakouts during pregnancy .                                                                  

What are the symptoms of hormonal acne ?

Acne causes lesion  that can become inflamed and be red , painful or sore . Lesions are most likely  to appear on your cheeks , but may also appear in the following  places . 
  • Face 
  • Neck 
  • Back 
Hormonal acne can appear as the folowing types of lesions :
 
Whiteheads 
 Blackheads 
 Papules 
Pustules
Cysts 

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