• Hormonal fluctuations: Especially in women due to menstrual cycles, pregnancy, or conditions like PCOS.
• Stress: Increases cortisol levels, impacting oil production and potentially triggering breakouts.
• Genetics: A family history of acne increases the likelihood of developing it.
• Certain medications: Corticosteroids, anabolic steroids, and lithium can be acne triggers.
• Pore-clogging products: Cosmetics, skincare, and hair products with comedogenic (pore-clogging) ingredients can lead to acne.
• Diet: High-sugar diets, dairy products, and whey protein have been linked to acne in some individuals.
• Poor hygiene: Not washing your face regularly, especially after sweating, or using harsh scrubs can exacerbate acne.
• Picking or squeezing pimples: This can lead to inflammation, scarring, and further spread of bacteria.
• Sweat and humidity: Excessive sweating, especially when trapped against the skin, can clog pores and promote acne.
• Sun exposure: Sunburn can dry out the skin, leading to increased oil production and potential breakouts.
• Friction or pressure on the skin: Items like helmets, tight collars, or even cellphones can cause acne in affected areas.
• Environmental factors: Exposure to certain pollutants or irritants can also trigger acne.
• Endocrine disorders: Conditions like PCOS can disrupt hormone levels and contribute to acne.
• Sleep deprivation: Lack of sleep can negatively impact hormone levels and skin health.
• Underlying systemic conditions: In some cases, acne can be a symptom of an underlying health issue, such as a thyroid problem or other hormonal imbalance. 

At Macquarie Medi Spa we offer treatment plans for adult acne and breakouts to help you achieve your clear skin results - but the biggest part comes from what you do at home. 

What you put into your body will help to clear your skin faster then skincare! 

Some of our tips - you cant heal a constipated skin & Skincare is only 20% of the answer so adding these gut health items to help clear your skin is essential.

If you have suffered with acne for years it can take a good 6+ months to heal and clear the system - often there is triggers such as excess sugars and stress that continue to trigger our oil glands.