How to Manage Hormone Related Acne

by Ghinda
(Quezon City, Philippines)

Pimples and similar skin conditions emerge in teens and adults, alike, and these are considered as hormone related acne. Though having pimples may be associated to being young, it is not much of a complement when you have acne in your forties.

Some may not agree that hormones have something to do with the surfacing of acne. But come to think of it, pimples come out during the times when hormones are changing. This is when teens pass through the stage of adolescence. For adults, women in particular, pimples emerge when they are about to have their menstrual period. I am not exempted from this. Every month, when the said date is approaching, a pimple or two pops out on my chin or cheeks.

Acne breakouts may be caused by the imbalance of hormones in our body. So to, somehow, lessen this problem, you need to find a way to let your skin be in agreement with your active hormones. This way, you may efficiently get rid of your acne.

In general, acne is brought about by bacteria that is caused by the oil and dirt that is trapped inside our pores. During the times when our hormones are active, our skin produces more oil than usual. Though others may say that a healthy lifestyle does not treat acne, I beg to disagree with them. This is, since, having a well balanced diet of nutritious foods and engaging in regular exercise both have a positive effect on a person’s well being. His body is cleansed inside and out. Toxins are flushed out of the body resulting to a clearer and more radiant skin that is free from acne.

When women go through their menstrual period, they experience changes in their body. They feel bloated, their breasts ache and they are irritable. This is the time when pimples come out so there is really some truth that hormones affect the occurrence of acne. These hormones are known as testosterone, corticosteroids, anabolic steroids, gonadotropins and ACTH. All these are relative to men, women and teenagers.

Maintaining the balance of these hormones is the most effective way in keeping acne at bay. Dermatologists, who are experts in skin care, prescribe medications that are meant to balance the hormones. There are, also, natural acne treatments and topical ointments for pimples. However, they not are as effective in teens that experience an overproduction of oil by their sebaceous glands.

The following factors that influence the emergence of acne are as follows:

1. Overproduction of oil

2. Increase in the production of cells

3. Increase in bacteria that causes acne

4. Inflammation


Here are some of the indications of hormone related acne:

1. Acne breakouts before menstrual period

2. Growth of excess hair on the body

3. Weight gain

4. Hair loss

In treating hormone related acne, you have to know if you have an imbalance in hormones. This can be done through laboratory tests. Once you do, the next step is to seek medical advice from your doctor. You can be given natural treatments to target inflammation and overproduction of oil.

Now that you understand more about the chemical changes happening inside your body, you can learn ways to manage your acne that is associated with your hormones.

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