I'm in my 30's and the acne on my chin is unstoppable. I told my dermatologist: "my zits have zits!" And she understood. But she didn't have much of a solution. Mine seemed to be a hormonal issue. And I couldn't take the pill as a method for regulating my hormones.
I looked up Proactiv, but it seems to be for controling bacteria. And as I noted- mine could be a hormonal issues. This would explain the increased acne around my period, but I do deal with acne all month long. Does this mean my hormones are all over the place, all month long?
More specifically, acne may be precipitated by androgens, male hormones present in both men and women. The oil surplus created by these hormones may be instrumental in clogging hair follicles where bacteria grows and causes acne pimples and blemishes.
Perhaps I will start a slow regimine of benzoyl peroxide and see if it helps. Last time I used something with that in it I got crunchy chin. Looked like crusted over pepperoni pizza. Not a nice image but hey, I talk bluntly about these things.
Adults with acne shouldn't use anti-acne products made for adolescents. These products may strip too much natural oil from their skin. Products containing salicylic acid, which is milder than the benzoyl peroxide found in most products for teens, is a better choice.
That's a good tip. I'll have to toss out the Clearasil. That was causing me some puberty flashbacks anyways.
Maybe I'm allergic to something I'm eating. That's one of the top reasons people over 25 get acne. Crap. It's probably something I really like.
Apple Cider Vinegar is rumored to be a good natural fix for many things. Dabbing a little on the area to kill the bacteria might be worth a try.
So in summary- it could be caused by hormones, it could be a long list of foods, it could be stress, it could be good ol' fashioned dirt. Whatever it is, I am determined to find out.
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