Frequent Acne on Your Face? It Could Be PCOS

Dream - Some people consider acne as a skin problem that comes every month and will disappear on its own. Some also believe that acne will immediately disappear when using certain skincare products.

But in some cases, acne is not just a trivial skin problem. Acne can also be a sign of certain health problems. One of the diseases characterized by the appearance of acne is PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).

Quoted from Hello Sehat, PCOS is a condition where someone has small cysts in the ovaries. This condition also causes an increase in androgen hormone levels and insulin resistance.

It is the hormonal imbalance that can potentially cause acne or other skin problems. However, not everyone is aware of these symptoms, especially if the skin problems experienced are not severe.

According to Dermatologist Danar Wicaksono, people with PCOS who experience acne symptoms often go undiagnosed. However, persistent acne is one of the symptoms of PCOS and should be consulted with a doctor.

"If acne doesn't heal, you should consult a doctor. There may be involvement of internal organs. Acne is related to women's reproductive organs," he said in the Garnier Skincare Masterclass 'Drawat', last Thursday.

Other Symptoms

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In addition, he added several symptoms that strengthen the diagnosis of PCOS patients, such as difficult-to-relieve menstrual pain, clotted menstrual blood, and having a heavy voice.

"If the menstrual pain doesn't go away, the menstrual blood clots and its color is dark red like chicken liver, the voice is heavy like a frog, it could be PCOS," Danar continued.

If you have acne or skin problems that are difficult to eliminate, consult a dermatologist immediately and use skincare products containing salicylic acid, vitamin C, and niacinamide to help alleviate your skin condition.

4 Beneficial Skincare Ingredients for Treating Acne

Dream - The abundance of skincare products on the market cannot guarantee that everyone will be free from acne. Sooner or later, acne will appear on the face with different causes and conditions in each individual.

Acne can occur in children and adults. Some can be treated with skincare products, while others require dermatological treatment to control the condition.

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Although they have different conditions, several skincare ingredients can alleviate and treat acne on all skin types. Here are some of them.

1. Salicylic Acid (BHA) and AHA

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Salicylic acid is a type of BHA that is easily found in various skincare products. Sometimes, salicylic acid is combined with AHA to optimize its function.

According to Dermatologist Danar Wicaksono, both of them can address pore blockage that causes blackheads and acne. As a result, the pores become cleaner and acne subsides.

"Salicylic acid and AHA can also remove the upper layer of skin cells. So, when removing skin cells and addressing pore blockage, the darkness of acne scars will also be lifted," he explained during the Garnier Skincare Masterclass event on Thursday, July 21, 2022.

2. Vitamin C

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In addition to optimizing the use of sunscreen as protection against sun exposure, vitamin C can also brighten your skin and fade acne scars. "Vitamin C will modify the pigment-producing hormones. So, the skin will appear brighter," he said.

3. Niacinamide

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"Niacinamide is a powerful ingredient. It can address several acne problems at once," said Danar.

This ingredient can address inflammation in acne, control the natural oil production of the skin, and optimize the benefits of vitamin C. As a result, acne can subside, be treated more quickly, and its scars can easily disappear.

All three active ingredients are safe to use together in controlled concentrations. In fact, skincare products with a combination of these active ingredients can be used on teenage skin, adult skin, pregnant women, and breastfeeding women. However, consult a dermatologist to ensure their safe use.