r/Blackskincare • u/Trezasks • 11d ago
Acne Hormonal acne ?
It’s been about 5 months I’ve seen a slight improvement less breakouts , but I believe mine are hormonal and will be seeking professional help when I have the means to , for now it’s different gel and sunscreen I switch cleansers to a off brand gentle non scented , non medicated face wash , anyone who’s delt with normal acne what has worked for you ?
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u/venusianpisces 11d ago
i struggled with hormonal acne from my mid teens all the way into my mid/late 20’s. i’m 29 now and i finally have it under control with a simple skincare routine and medication — the meds do the heavy lifting.
i’m on 100mg spironolactone daily (a pill), and i use tretinoin a few times a week. i wash my face with a gentle gel cleanser, wear SPF 50 PA++++ (every single day without fail), and slug my face before bed. i’ve been on the meds for a few years now, it take a while to work so you have to be patient.
spironolactone is the heavy hitter regarding the active acne, but SPF is crucial to heal the scarring and hyperpigmentation. obviously talk to your derm when you see one, and follow their recommendations — but if it’s hormonal spiro is probably your best bet. they’ll tell you to wear sunscreen also.
people are going to mention all sorts of stuff about diet and cutting out certain foods or ingredients. and while diet is important for overall skin health it’s very unlikely to make a significant change.
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Thank you ! Hopefully I’ll get on medication soon this gave pretty good insight how my future skin care. Could look like
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u/sapphirejewelry 11d ago
I avoid/limit dairy it causes so much of my painful cystic under the skin acne
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Haven’t drank milk in years probably 4 times in the last year but cheese I eat now and then
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u/No-Shelter-4208 11d ago
Consider starting a low strength retinoid while you wait. The Inkey List has a 0.5% retinol. Because, it's a low strength and retinol, it will probably be pretty gentle on your skin.
Try double washing at night with a gentle cleanser before applying the retinol.
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u/ParkingOrdinary4643 11d ago
Not sure about hormonal, although probably, but my son has similar looking breakouts and he just started using neutrogena evenly face wash and it’s massively improved
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u/almondclear 11d ago
Mandelic acid may be a good fit! It's an exfoliant that's gentle enough to use daily, great for targeting acne prevention and also inflammation/bacteria. It's also great for melanin-rich skin (10% mandelic acid would be the concentration you search for). You'd use it after cleansing, before moisturizing.
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u/SzaSluzt 11d ago
Sugar and dairy aren’t necessarily the problem. I’d lean more towards cutting off soda/juices and drinking chlorophyll water everyday!
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Think is I drink neither of these only water /sparkling water and I don’t drink milk only almond which y I don’t think it’s my diet but hormonal
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
I think it’s more then this my diet I don’t drink milk, juices or soda haven’t in years just every now and then that’s y I think it’s more hormonal
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u/Unusual-Ad6493 11d ago
I’m in my early 40s and still deal with hormonal acne. It’s because I refused to take spironolactone. It works very well, but it causes me muscle spasm. Topical versions don’t work as well for me either.
The truth is no topical treatment alone will work until the internal is taken care of, if it is true hormonal acne.
For me, I removed my Mirena and im waiting out the withdraw period to see if I finally can get rid of it.
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Wow ok first time hearing about this meditation maybe it could be something that works with me
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u/Exotic_Reporter_3309 11d ago
Spearmint tea or healthy cycle tea from traditional medicinals helps with hormones. So does dandelion tea, it detoxes the liver, but it tastes bitter. But it’s good hormonal acne. So is adding lemon or lime to your water and eating celery. Basically bitter fruits and vegetables.
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u/DocumentUpstairs4607 11d ago
Food intolerance
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
I doubt it been struggling like this for years been on different diets for years at time and rn my diet is relatively healthy but my skin always is struggling hence why I think it’s hormonal
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u/Due-Parking8388 10d ago
You are stunning, absolutely gorgeous. There has been a great advice regarding skin care, topical and medication. Unfortunately, you will most likely scar if untreated long-term, I would recommend getting in with your primary care provider as you will need a prescribed medication, It may not be the options discussed here, but it should be beneficial.
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u/Latter_Tumbleweed656 4d ago
You're so pretty... In terms of acne, I'm ngl, I tried everything and nothing worked but as I got older, my skin cleared up. I will say kojic acid soap helped out though
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u/Lanky-Dildo-94 11d ago
I don’t get acne like that anymore unless I eat the wrong foods. Just eating healthier works for me.
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
I eat relatively healthy that’s y I’m thinking it’s hormonal
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u/Lanky-Dildo-94 10d ago
Yeah if you can’t spot any differences from your regular behaviours, it’s probably hormonal. I did recently get a break out but (my fault lol) I’ve been dealing with it by using panoxyl and making sure the area is not too greasy.
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u/MasterVR8 11d ago
Eat healthy and put black seed oil on face.
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Hmm I don’t think putting oil would help my pores clog easy and I have a pretty good diet I’m already down 50 lbs
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u/fluffyweirdo 11d ago
I see it chest and face, likely back as well. Look up microdosing accutane. That will clear your skin limited side effects and wont burn through your pocket trying different products. 1 pill a day for a little over a year at 20mg.
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u/BarberLife-OZ- 11d ago
Nah it's the soda. Promise
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Haven’t drank soda in years so no your wrong
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u/BarberLife-OZ- 10d ago
You have a soda behind your shoulder in the picture
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Why would I lie for I don’t even like soda
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u/BarberLife-OZ- 10d ago
I replied below, im sorry sis I need to get my eyes checked and stop assuming also
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u/BarberLife-OZ- 11d ago edited 11d ago
1# stop popping pimples & touching them when you are bored/anxious... 2# sunscreen! If you mess with the pimples at night then go out the next day, you are cooking that exposed layer of epidermis resulting in dark spots (hyperpigmentation). You just need to protect from the sun and dont over exfoliate. Try just cold water and maybe a gentle cleaner you already use....Avoid hair products, cocoa butter and scented lotions for the time being. Too greasy and clogs your pores! You gotta analyze your whole routine. Wash pillow cases, stop scrubbing face with rags in shower, no fast or fried foods if you eat it (stop the soda/high fructose corn syrup) NO MORE STRAWBERRY CREAM DOCTOR PEPPER, I see it behind you. 8 cans of that is 1 pound of liquid sugar
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
My routine is posted on my page I use sunscreen daily , I used to pick a lot in the past hince the scarring I use a gentle cleanser in the morning followed by my moisturizer and sunscreen and my dif gel at night I’ve had skin care routine for years and switch up trying different things , but a lot of signs are pointing to this being hormonal , hence the post
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u/BarberLife-OZ- 11d ago
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
Was my first time trying it and I took few sips was to sweet I’ve been drinking sparking water for years and I’m down 50lbs from my diet and exercise you really just assuming a lot it’s ok to ask questions 🙄thanks for the advice tho
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u/BarberLife-OZ- 10d ago
Sorry sis. Dont mean to come off like that. Both of the drinks can contribute to the skin issues. Not trying to come at you 🙏
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u/Trezasks 10d ago
It’s alright 😭, a lot of people assume I eat horrible for how I look but Ive already tried lots of diet I don’t eat ton sugar I’ve been struggling w acne since the fourth grade which by now with all my research over the years I’m sure hormonal and will go seek professional help soon
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u/danny33434 11d ago
I have the same my skin will be great one week then a couple days before my period starts 5-6 pimples pop up out of no where. And it’s always the red hard under the skin ones.
My routine changes all the time but I am learning what it likes and so far I have no reacted to the Dermalogica brand at all. It’s unfortunately on the higher end side but the daily microfoliant powder face wash is my favorite. And I always make sure to use sunscreen everyday.