Why Do You Still Have Acne in Your Thirties, Forty's, and Even Fifty's?

Why Do You Still Have Acne in Your Thirties, Forty's, and Even Fifty's?

 Anyone of any age can get acne; it is not simply a teen issue. Even in their 50s, some adults can get acne breakouts. Read on to learn more about adult acne.

You're not the only one who still gets pimples in your 40s. Adults and people far into their fifties can develop acne as well as teenagers. This is also referred to as adult acne.

We spoke with a skin expert to find out more about adult acne, including its causes, kinds, and prevention. Adult acne is discussed here by Manasi Shirolikar, Consultant Dermatologist and Founder of Online Consulting Brand drmanasiskin.com.

Types of adult acne

Adult acne can be of three types:

Whiteheads, blackheads, and tiny pustules make up mild adult acne.

Papules that can cover anywhere from 1/4 to 3/4 of your face and torso are indicative of moderate adult acne.

Adult acne that is severe manifests as deep cysts, strong redness, discoloration, swelling, and irritation.

Acne in adults: causes

So what causes adult acne? The physician suggests that these factors could contribute to your acne:

Variable Hormone Levels

Acne is more frequently found in women than in males, and this is because shifting hormone levels have a significant impact on acne outbreaks. Women typically get pimples around the time of their menstrual cycle, throughout menopause (or pre- and post-menopause), or just before starting or stopping birth control.

Stress

According to study, your body creates more androgens in response to stress or stressful situations (a type of sex hormone that maintains and regulates male characteristics and regulates the functioning of many organs). Androgens cause the skin to become more oily by stimulating the oil glands and hair follicles, which finally results in acne breakouts.

Additionally, your adrenal glands release more cortisol when you're anxious, upset, or worried (the stress hormone). The production of sebum is thus increased, which may lead to a rise in acne.

Medication Side Effects

Acne flare-ups are a side effect of some medications, including corticosteroids, lithium, anti-convulsant, barbiturates, androgenic steroids, DHEA, steroid inhalers, testosterone, birth control pills, and medications that include bromides or iodine's.

Undiagnosed medical conditions

Adult acne can develop as a result of underlying medical disorders that go misdiagnosed, including PCOS, Cushing Syndrome, CAH, Androgen Secreting Tumors, Acromegaly, Apart Syndrome, SAPHO syndrome, Bah et syndrome, and PAPA syndrome.

Lifestyle

Adult acne can develop as a result of excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, binge eating, inconsistent eating habits, and irregular sleep patterns, which can wreck havoc on your body.

Family history and genetics

Since adult acne can occasionally be inherited, your chances of developing adult acne are higher if any of your near blood relatives—such as parents or siblings—have experienced acne or adult acne.

Products for hair and skin care

Your skincare and haircare products may clog your skin's pores and result in acne if they are comedogenic. Acne can appear on your breast and back in addition to your face when you use products that are oil-based and acnegenic.

Contact Irritation

You might irritate your skin occasionally by using abrasive cleansers or shaving dry skin, which can cause acne to break out.

Physical Stress

In addition to these factors, the body can be affected by disease, migraines, dehydration, changes in the weather, and exposure to irritants in the air due to air pollution.

Adult acne can be treated with over-the-counter drugs like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, but if it doesn't go away, it's best to see a dermatologist who can prescribe topical and oral therapies that are more potent and effective.