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Hormonal acne & scars: what treatment for adults?

Ahhh acne ... This scourge that affected us during our adolescence and which returns several years later on our pretty adult face. How to treat this hormonal acne, even when it is severe , to keep beautiful skin? There are several effective treatments, including some natural solutions that help reduce pimples , whether they are embedded on your face, your back, your arms or even your buttocks. At Gapianne, we have selected products with ingredients of natural and organic origin , which will help you treat your hormonal acne for good while protecting your long-term health.

WHAT IS HORMONAL ACNE?

Do you have facial acne at 25, 30 or even 40? You are surely affected by hormonal acne, like 50% of women!

This type of acne is mainly caused by an imbalance of hormones (such as increased androgen hormones , such as testosterone) that stimulate the sebaceous glands, causing overproduction of sebum and clogging of pores.

It is often observed in pregnant women, during periods of puberty, menstruation and menopause (just that!).

WHAT MIRACLE TREATMENTS ARE THERE FOR HORMONAL ACNE?

So, is there an effective remedy (other than going to the dermatologist or getting prescribed the pill ) that is free from side effects, healthy, and natural? The answer is YES, at Gapianne we have several solutions to fight acne, pimples on the face, and skin problems in general.

We show you all this:

1-HORMONAL ACNE: ORAL TREATMENTS

Hormonal acne supplements are what are called IN (Ingestive) Solutions. They are a great way to naturally fight acne caused by hormonal imbalances. They can help regulate your hormones and reduce the severity of your breakouts . Acne supplements typically contain vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other natural ingredients that help reduce inflammation by detoxifying and flushing the body.

Combine these oral solutions with a suitable skincare routine to get rid of your hormonal acne and regain healthy skin.

FIGHT AGAINST ACNE IN 15 DAYS WITH MIYÉ

There Miyé's clear skin detox cure is composed of 5 plants such as burdock, nettle, pilosella, desmodium and rosemary, the elixir from Miyé will stimulate the detoxification and drainage of your body . Burdock limits skin imperfections and soothes inflammation, Broccoli promotes the detoxification of estrogens by the liver and for the renal elimination of water.

In 15 days, experience smoother, blemish-free skin and a radiant complexion. It's recommended to take the treatment 15 days before your period to counteract acne breakouts linked to hormone production. Combine Miyé's elixir with one of the cleansers detailed above and you'll have a complete IN & OUT solution!

regain hormonal balance naturally

If you suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome, hormonal acne is likely one of your premenstrual symptoms.

The SOVA brand, selected by Gapianne, has developed a treatment to naturally rebalance hormonal imbalance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This supplement treatment is designed for women who experience hormonal imbalances leading to absent or irregular periods, chronic fatigue, severe PMS, acne, unexplained weight gain, excessive hair growth, or hair loss.

2- The hormonal anti-acne care routine

STEP 1: REMOVE MAKE-UP AND CLEANSE YOUR SKIN EVERY DAY, MORNING AND EVENING

Arguably the most important step to beautiful skin, the ABCs to adopt regardless of your age. The best thing to do is opt for a double cleanse with water and oil.

Removing your makeup with an oil allows you to deeply cleanse your skin, remove your makeup, and remove excess oil that has built up during the day (oil attracts oil!) without dehydrating your skin. At Gapianne, we've found Oden's 100% natural makeup remover oil for you, suitable for all skin types. We LOVE IT!

Then cleanse your skin with a suitable cleanser. This aqueous formula will rid the skin of any remaining dirt while moisturizing it.

THE BEST EFFECTIVE CLEANSERS AGAINST PIMPLES

When it comes to finding the best acne-fighting face wash for acne scars, there are a wide range of options available, and sometimes it can be overwhelming! A good face wash should be gentle on your skin while still being effective at fighting acne. It's important to look for creams and cleansers that are non-comedogenic , meaning they won't clog your pores.

For example, the Nidéco brand has quickly become a benchmark in France for the effectiveness of its acne-fighting creams, gels, and facial cleansers, which are made from natural, healthy, and non-toxic substances. You'll also find several products in our store, all tested and approved by the Gapianne team!

STEP 2: Nourish and hydrate your skin

To maintain healthy skin, we recommend choosing a skincare routine that includes both moisturizing and nourishing ingredients to help keep your skin's hydrolipidic film healthy and retain water. Remember, the hydrolipidic film is made up of both water and lipids (sebum).

This is a need felt by all skin types, even the oiliest. Nourishing means providing fat (lipid) and hydrating means providing water.

To moisturize your skin, we turn to water-based products. You can replace your day cream with Nidéco's Oh My Periods moisturizing gel to prevent the appearance of cycle-related imperfections, two weeks before the start of your period. It can also be used as a daily day cream to limit imperfections at any time during your cycle. Its fluid, non-greasy texture leaves your skin mattified.

Nourish your skin daily with an oil adapted to your skin type for smoother skin with fewer imperfections and a perfect moment of self-love, we massage ourselves while applying it and it feels good! Oden's natural and virgin oils are cold-pressed in France and come from organic farming. No other additives for your skin and that's really a gift! Place 2 to 3 drops of this jewel oil in the palm of your hands before massaging your face and neck, morning and evening. If you have imperfections, we recommend Oden's hazelnut oil made for combination to oily skin.

3- TREAT ACNE SCARS: ANTI-SCAR OILS

Do you have combination to oily skin? To complement these natural treatments for acne-prone skin, we also recommend Oden hazelnut oil, which nourishes and moisturizes combination to oily skin. The non-comedogenic and rebalancing properties of Oden oil reduce acne-related spots . The oil deeply nourishes the skin while regulating sebum production.

HOW TO RECOGNIZE HORMONAL ACNE?

Acne breakouts usually occur before or during menstruation. It's often the first sign that our period is coming!

Hormonal acne usually manifests as red, inflamed pimples and papules (cyst-like) around the chin, forehead, jaw, shoulders, back, décolleté, etc. It can also be inflammatory and painful.
There may be deep cystic lesions or nodules under the skin.

Conventional acne treatments, such as cleansers or topical creams, often have limited effectiveness on hormonal acne.

WHAT CAUSES HORMONAL ACNE IN ADULT WOMEN?

Women are more prone to severe hormonal acne because of hormonal imbalances experienced throughout their lives: the menstrual cycle, the contraceptive pill, pregnancy, childbirth, menopause... are stages during which the variation in hormones can lead to an increase in acne. For some, it is a long-term struggle (yet another one as a woman!) and in order to get rid of acne while taking care of your health, it is best to choose natural solutions and healthy products for your skin .

DISCOVER OUR FAQ - HORMONAL ACNE, WRITTEN BY HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

We know how difficult it can be to find reliable information about women's health. That's why we've created a comprehensive hormonal acne FAQ , carefully written by women's health experts. It's packed with answers to the most frequently asked questions about hormonal acne and more.