Hormonal acne can be effectively managed by combining lifestyle modifications with targeted medical treatment. This includes managing stress, following a low-glycemic and anti-inflammatory diet, getting adequate sleep, and maintaining a proper skincare routine using gentle, non-comedogenic products.

Alongside these measures, dermatologists may prescribe medical treatments such as topical retinoids, antibiotics, or hormonal therapies like oral contraceptive pills to regulate oil production, reduce inflammation, and prevent recurring breakouts.

The main cause of hormonal acne is the fluctuation of hormones throughout the female reproductive cycle. Male hormones (androgens), female hormones (estrogen), and female hormones (progesterone) cause the body to create excess amounts of oil (sebum), clog the pores, and create an ideal environment for acne-causing bacteria to grow and multiply.

The most common causes of hormonal acne are:

• Monthly (or menstrual) cycles and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
• Stress and an imbalance in cortisol levels
• Pregnancy or menopause
• Poor nutrition and not enough sleep

Hormones are constantly fluctuating throughout a woman’s life; therefore, hormonal breakouts usually show up on the jaw line, chin, cheek area, and neck, and if left untreated, can recur frequently.

“Hormonal acne and pimple cannot be treated overnight, but it can be treated and managed successfully through a combined approach.”

“Medical methods include:

•    Hormone Regulation (Hormon    modifying medications)
•  Oral / Topical Retinoids
• Anti-androgen Drugs
•  Chemical Peels / Treatment Procedures for Acne

Lifestyle changes include:

• Eating a balanced and low-glycemic (low sugar) diet.
•  Using only Non-Comedogenic skin care.
•  Using mild cleansers and avoiding excessive scrubbing of skin.
•  Managing Stress by getting adequate sleep and exercise.

Having a “Personalized Treatment Plan” guarantees better long-term success.”

You should seek expert care if:

• Acne is painful, cystic, or leaving scars
  
• Over-the-counter products are ineffective
  
• Acne is linked to hormonal disorders like PCOS
  
• Breakouts persist beyond your teenage years
  

At Redefine Hair Transplant and Plastic Surgery Center, patients receive advanced skin and hormonal acne treatments under the guidance of Dr. Harikiran Chekuri, a trusted plastic surgeon known for aesthetic and corrective procedures.