{"id":127681,"date":"2026-07-22T12:01:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T10:01:07","guid":{"rendered":"?p=118302"},"modified":"2026-07-22T13:16:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T11:16:59","slug":"hormonale-acne-in-je-gezicht-herkennen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/j7k1l5m9n3p.online\/en\/skincare-advice\/hormonale-acne-in-je-gezicht-herkennen\/","title":{"rendered":"Recognising hormonal acne on your face"},"content":{"rendered":"

Krijg je steeds terugkerende puistjes op dezelfde plekken in je gezicht? Ontstaan er pijnlijke onderhuidse ontstekingen rond je kin of kaaklijn? Dan is de kans groot dat hormonen een rol spelen. Deze vorm van acne komt veel voor bij volwassen vrouwen en ziet er vaak anders uit dan de acne die je misschien kent uit de puberteit.<\/p>

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How to recognise acne that is influenced by hormones<\/h2>\n

Acne linked to hormonal fluctuations develops when changes in your hormone balance affect the skin’s sebum production. Because of this increased sebum production, pores become clogged more easily and inflammation has more chance to develop. We see this form of acne mainly in adult women. The breakouts often follow a recognisable pattern and tend to return regularly in the same areas of the face.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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The location of the blemishes often gives an important clue<\/h2>\n

One of the most striking features of hormonally influenced acne is where the spots appear. Where teenage acne is often spread across the forehead, nose and cheeks, hormonal breakouts usually appear lower on the face.<\/p>\n

Common areas include:
\n– The chin
\n– The jawline
\n– The neck
\n– Around the mouth<\/p>\n

When spots keep returning in these areas in particular, there is a good chance that hormonal processes play a role.<\/p>\n

Deep-seated inflammation is often an important signal<\/h2>\n

With acne caused by hormonal fluctuations, we often see deeper inflammation than with ordinary spots. These bumps sit beneath the skin, feel tender or painful and often stay present for longer. Some women experience the same painful spot on their chin month after month. Others notice new deep-seated inflammation appearing along the jawline time and again. We see this type of inflammation far more often with hormonal breakouts than with classic teenage acne.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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The breakouts often return in a set pattern<\/h2>\n

A single spot usually tells you little. Acne influenced by hormones often sets itself apart because the symptoms return in a certain rhythm. Many women notice, for instance, that their skin becomes more unsettled just before their period. Others find they are more affected during the menopause or after changes in their contraception. This recurring nature is often one of the clearest signs of this form of acne.<\/p>\n

What we often see in our boutiques<\/h2>\n

In our boutiques we regularly speak to women who think their teenage acne has suddenly returned. Often it turns out to be acne linked to hormonal changes. They tell us, for example, that they had calm skin for years and suddenly develop recurring inflammation on the chin or jawline. What stands out is that their skin is usually not extremely oily. On the contrary. Many women experience dryness, sensitivity or the first signs of ageing at the same time. That often makes acne in adulthood more complex than the acne we see in teenagers.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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The menopause can play an important role<\/h2>\n

Many women notice changes in their skin during the menopause. The skin can become drier, react more sensitively and, at the same time, be more prone to blemishes.
\nThat may seem contradictory, but it happens regularly. Changes in the hormone balance affect not only sebum production, but also the moisture balance and the skin’s ability to recover. This can lead to a combination of dryness, sensitivity and spots.<\/p>\n

Stress and hormones reinforce one another<\/h2>\n

Stress causes the body to produce more stress hormones. These hormones can worsen existing acne, as they affect sebum production and the inflammatory processes in the skin. Many women recognise that their skin becomes more unsettled during busy periods, sleep problems or emotional strain. Especially when stress continues for a longer time, we see that inflammation can become more persistent and slower to clear.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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The difference from teenage acne<\/h2>\n

Although both forms of acne develop through clogged pores and inflammation, there are clear differences.<\/p>\n

With teenage acne we often see:
\n– More blackheads
\n– Oilier skin
\n– Blemishes spread across the whole face
\n– A lot of activity on the forehead and nose<\/p>\n

With acne linked to hormones we more often see:
\n– Deep-seated inflammation
\n– Breakouts around the chin and jawline
\n– Skin that can be sensitive at the same time
\n– Symptoms that keep returning<\/p>\n

These differences matter, because the approach is often different too.<\/p>\n

Blemishes often come alongside other skin concerns<\/h2>\n

Many women have more than spots alone. We regularly see pigmentation, redness, dryness or sensitive skin as well. Pigmentation<\/a> can appear, for instance, once inflammation has cleared. Skin that is continually unsettled can also react more sensitively to active ingredients. That is why at Babassu we always look at the overall condition of the skin, not only at the visible blemishes.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

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Which products are often used<\/h2>\n

With acne in adulthood it is important not to dry out the skin. Skin that falls out of balance can actually produce more sebum. A good routine therefore often combines cleansing, hydrating, calming and supporting the skin barrier.<\/p>\n

Products often used for this include:
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\n– repairing serums <\/a>
\n– spot treatments<\/a>
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\n The Organic Pharmacy<\/span> Rose Facial Cleansing Gel<\/span>\n
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\n Jorgob\u00e9<\/span> Centella Serum<\/span>\n
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\n Dermalogica<\/span> Post-Breakout Fix<\/span>\n
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\n Malin+Goetz<\/span> 10% Sulfur Paste<\/span>\n
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\n Natura Biss\u00e9<\/span> C+C Vitamin Dry Touch Sunscreen Fluid SPF 30<\/span>\n
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