Dealing with Hormonal Breakouts?
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We’ve all been there! If your breakouts seem to sync perfectly with your monthly cycle, chances are you’re dealing with hormonal breakouts (aka adult acne). But don’t stress - you’re definitely not alone! Here are a few ways to manage and minimise them 💖
What Causes Hormonal Acne?
Hormonal acne strikes when hormones fluctuate - especially during menstruation, ovulation or even during stress - and causes oil glands to go wild. This leads to excess sebum that piles up in pores, leaving your skin in freakout mode! The perfect recipe for breakouts, clogged pores and over-production of oil.
These hormonal shifts can show up on your skin as:
🔴 pimples: inflamed, painful red bumps
⚫️ blackheads: open clogged pores exposed to air
⚪️ whiteheads: closed clogged pores under the skin
💥 cysts: deeper, painful lumps under the skin
What Can You Do About It?
💦 Use a Gentle Cleanser
Look for a low-pH cleanser! They work wonders to sweep away excess oil without stripping your skin. A cleanser that does this is the Pyunkang Yul Low pH Pore Deep Cleanser! It combines Witch Hazel and AHA to deeply cleanse skin while Tea Tree extract and Cica work to calm and soothe - the perfect balance for a clean, clear complexion.
🧪 Glow with Chemical Exfoliants
Swap out scrubs for low-concentration chemical exfoliants! They’ll gently break down dead skin cells and unclog pores. Ingredients like AHAs help brighten and smooth while BHAs dig deep to unclog pores. This is why TOCOBO AHA BHA Lemon Toner is a perfect option! It not only exfoliates but also packs a punch with 38% Lemon extract which leaves skin fresh and glowy.
🌱 Opt for Calming Ingredients
Soothe stressed skin with ingredients that calm and heal - like Centella Asiatica and Tea Tree. These gentle heroes help reduce redness, irritation and are perfect for breakout-prone skin thanks to their anti-inflammatory properties! Try the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Ampoule, packed with 80% Tea-Trica formula - a blend of Tea Tree, Pine Tree & Cypress extracts to quickly soothe irritated skin and fortify skin barrier!
💧 Hydration is Key
Even oily skin needs moisture! Proper hydration helps balance sebum production and prevents overcompensation that can easily trigger breakouts. It’s important to look for lightweight, non-comedogenic hydrators like Axis-Y’s Heartleaf My Type Calming Cream! This refreshing gel-based moisturiser is also enriched with Allantoin and Licorice to soothe, leaving skin plump, hydrated and shine-free.
Hormonal breakouts might be stubborn, but with a solid skincare routine, you can keep them under control. Remember - your skin’s just doing its thing, with the right care, it’ll bounce back stronger and clearer than ever!
Bye Beauties x
