Dealing with hormonal acne?

In fact, thats one of themost common types of acnemany in their mid-twenties and early thirties experience.

Audrey Kunin, Dermatologist &DERMAdoctorfounder.

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The hormonal imbalance then triggers excess sebum to form, clogging pores and nourishing acne forming bacteria.

Luckily, there are several derm-approved treatments that can help combat these specific types of outbreaks.

But first, lets talk about why treat hormonal acne differently from other kinds of acne.

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board-certified dermatologist and founder of DERMAdoctor

Its most common in adult women in their 20s to 50s not teenagers, she says.

Whats more, is that topical treatments arentalwayssuper effective for these types of breakouts, says Dr. Fishman.

This product also contains zinc, which is anti-inflammatory.

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This can also help prevent breakouts, so think of it as an offensiveanddefensive treatment.

Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory found in wheat, barley, and rye.

The cream formulation of this product helps cut down on the irritation azelaic acid sometimes can cause.

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This is a good product for people who get brown marks after pimples as it also helps lighten hyper-pigmentation.

Unfortunately, it does not really help red marks left after acne.

This is more of a problem-area treatment than a spot treatment.

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board-certified dermatologist and founder of DERMAdoctor

This has no preservatives, fragrance, or dye, which I prefer in my products.

This is because BHAs can help reduce blackheads, whiteheads, pimples and milia.

It also contains niacinamide to improve tone and texture and support the skin barrier to keep moisture locked in.

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It was designed to be a clean version of P50, at a better price.

This medication helps balance the hormonal component of acne formation, she adds.

This oral medication helps reduce the effects of testosterone, reducing oil and breakouts.

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