What You Can Actually Do
You thought you’d left breakouts behind in high school – then suddenly, in your mid-20s or 30s, they’re back. Chin, jawline, neck. Painful. Persistent. Confusing.
This frustrating experience is so common it’s earned a new nickname: second puberty.
Adult acne is no longer rare and it's not just ‘hormones’ in isolation. It’s the perfect storm of modern life: stress, disrupted sleep, screen time, cycling hormones, and sometimes the wrong skincare.
At Fresh Face Skin, we see this daily. And the good news? You can get on top of it—with the right mix of education, internal support, and skin-barrier-first products that don’t push your skin over the edge.
What’s Actually Causing Adult Hormonal Acne?
For many, adult acne starts in the lower face chin, jawline, around the mouth and can flare with your cycle. But it’s not just about oil production or clogged pores. It often involves:
- Hormone fluctuations: Particularly androgens like testosterone, which stimulate oil glands and trigger inflammation.
- Chronic stress: Increases cortisol, which disrupts skin’s healing ability and triggers flare-ups.
- Disrupted circadian rhythm: Blue light from screens affects melatonin levels, impairing skin regeneration.
- Harsh or trendy skincare: Overusing actives (acids, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide) can weaken your barrier and worsen breakouts.
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Gut and liver health: When elimination pathways are sluggish, hormonal imbalances show up on your skin.
This is why our approach always starts with calming inflammation and restoring your skin’s integrity before jumping into actives or treatments.
So What Can You Actually Do?
1. Support Your Hormone Health
- Book a naturopath appointment to investigate internal imbalances.
- Prioritise blood sugar balance – avoid spikes, include protein at every meal.
- Stay consistent with quality sleep and regular movement.
2. Simplify Your Skincare
Use gentle, barrier-supportive formulas free from synthetic fragrance, drying alcohols, or hormone disruptors.
Our Hydrate Me Starter Pack paired with the Healer Treatment is a great start formulated specifically for acne-prone, sensitive skin and trusted by thousands managing hormonal breakouts.
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3. Choose Quality At-Home Tech
Not all at-home devices are safe or effective. Watch for red flags like:
- No clinical testing or TGA approval
- Overheating or discomfort
- Lack of clear usage guidance
- Generic settings for all skin types
- Unbranded or overly cheap pricing
We recommend therapist-approved, clinically tested tools. If unsure, reach out for advice before using one.
4. Focus on Barrier-Nurturing Professional Treatments
Treatments that calm inflammation and deeply hydrate are key. Hydrated skin functions, repairs, and heals better especially when hormones are fluctuating.
At Fresh Face Skin, our in-salon treatments are designed to restore hydration, support the barrier, and reduce inflammation without overwhelming your skin.
Explore our professional treatment options here.
5. Support Your Skin from the Inside-Out
Topical care is important, but if your internal environment is unbalanced, your skin will show it.
We recommend a high-quality omega supplement like Nordic Naturals to hydrate cells, improve oil quality, and reduce congestion and inflammation.
6. Be Mindful of Daily Food Choices
Refined sugar and processed foods spike insulin and alter your skin’s oil production making it thicker and more pore-clogging.
Over time, this leads to breakouts and inflammation. Aim for balanced meals with protein, fibre, and healthy fats to support hormone balance and skin clarity. Learn more about acne food triggers here.
You’re Not Alone – And You Don’t Need to Fight Your Skin
Adult acne isn’t just frustrating it’s emotional. But it’s also a sign to pause and listen to your body.
At Fresh Face Skin, we support skin from every angle topical, internal, and emotional with calm, realistic routines that lead to real results.
Explore our hormonal acne support range or book a free skin consult with one of our dermal therapists today.
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