Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic, Differences Between Adolescent and Adult Acne

Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic,

Differences Between Adolescent and Adult Acne

(Department: Dermatology)

“I never had any acne when I was a student,

but after becoming an adult, I suddenly started getting acne..”

Many people have told us that they suddenly began developing acne after becoming adults.

Conversely, some people struggled with acne during adolescence, only to see it naturally decrease as they became adults.

Acne is a common skin condition, but its causes and presentation can vary depending on when it occurs.

In particular, adolescent acne and adult acne may look similar on the surface, but their underlying causes differ, so the treatment approach often differs as well.

Today, we will look at the differences between adolescent and adult acne, as well as how treatment methods vary depending on the cause.

Table of Contents

• 1. Causes and Characteristics of Adolescent Acne
• 2. Causes and Characteristics of Adult Acne
• 3. Acne Treatments That Vary by Cause

Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic (Department: Dermatology) Causes and Characteristics of Adolescent Acne

Adolescent Acne

Adolescent acne was often primarily caused by hormonal changes during puberty.

During puberty, androgen secretion increases in both males and females, which tends to activate the sebaceous glands and rapidly increase sebum production.

In addition, as the dead skin cells at the opening of the pores thicken, sebum cannot be released smoothly, leading to the formation of comedones.

Acne then commonly develops as bacterial growth and inflammation are added to the process.

It tended to appear mainly in the T-zone, including the forehead and nose, and often spread across the entire face when sebum production was particularly active.

Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic (Department: Dermatology) Causes and Characteristics of Adult Acne

It is difficult to say that adult acne is caused simply by sebum alone.

This is because multiple factors often act together in a more complex way.

First, hormonal imbalance played an important role.

In particular, in women, the menstrual cycle, polycystic ovary syndrome, and increased cortisol caused by stress can affect androgen activity, often increasing sebum production and promoting inflammatory responses.

Second, reduced skin barrier function could also have an impact.

When the stratum corneum is damaged by excessive cleansing, the use of irritating cosmetics, or frequent procedures, the skin’s protective function may become weakened.

In such cases, the skin may react more sensitively to external stimuli, making inflammatory responses relatively more likely to occur.

Adult acne often recurs around the chin, mouth, and jawline, and it also tended to reappear in the same areas.

In addition, because the inflammation is often deep, there is a relatively greater possibility that it may lead to hyperpigmentation or scarring. It is therefore advisable to manage it carefully from the early stages.

Yeongdeungpo Acne Dermatology Clinic (Department: Dermatology) Acne Treatments That Vary by Cause

Because the causes of acne often differ depending on the stage of life, it was advisable to use different treatment methods as well.

1. Adolescent Acne

Since excessive sebum production and clogged pores are the main causes of adolescent acne, treatment often focused on reducing comedones and regulating sebum production.

When necessary, extraction, medication, and laser treatment were combined to help reduce the development of new acne.

2. Adult Acne

In many cases, simply reducing sebum was not enough.

Therefore, the cause of recurring inflammation needed to be properly identified through diagnosis.

A treatment plan also needed to take lifestyle habits, hormonal changes, and the condition of the skin barrier into comprehensive consideration.

Treatment to prevent scarring and hyperpigmentation was often performed alongside inflammation control, and consistent maintenance care was essential for reducing recurrence.

Because acne can all look similar, many people thought that visiting a Yeongdeungpo acne dermatology clinic for extraction alone would make it go away immediately.

However, the causes of acne and the condition of the skin differ depending on the stage of life and the individual, so a customized treatment plan must be developed through consultation and diagnosis.

Therefore, if you are considering acne treatment, rather than considering only factors such as price and reviews,

first take a close look at how thoroughly your current condition is analyzed and discussed with you,

as well as whether a variety of treatment methods and equipment are available to provide customized treatment suited to your condition.

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