Adult Acne

Adult Acne is not uncommon for people in their thirties and forties. Although the percentage of adults with acne is significantly lower than those who are teenagers, the symptoms and causes remain the same.

Many people assume that adult acne is the result of poor hygiene, which is incorrect. There are several factors involved in the development of acne. Hormones are the main cause of Acne in both adults and teenagers. Hormones lead to excess skin oils, clogged pores which lead to irritation and contribute to adult acne.

For Adults, if you are getting more than the occasonal pimple, you may want to consult with your doctor. A hormonal adult acne treatment may be available, otherwise, they will most likely prescribe benzoyl peroxide, which is the same treatment used in teenagers. It has the greatest percentage of positive results than most other treatment available. It is a topical treatment that works to reduce the blockage of the sebaceous (oil producing) gland.

One of the things that you must not do if you are suffering from adult acne is frequently wash your face as this can cause irritation and result in a break out. You should limit yourself to washing twice a day and after you have been sweating.

We also advise that you use a facial wash when washing your face. Please see our Acne Product page for our recommended facial washes.