See a dermatologist for confirmation and treatment options
Use a gentle, non-comedogenic cleanser twice daily
Avoid harsh scrubs and over-washing
Apply benzoyl peroxide for inflamed breakouts
Use salicylic acid for clogged pores
Try adapalene or another retinoid at night
Use a non-comedogenic moisturizer
Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen daily
Avoid picking or squeezing pimples
Track flare-ups with your menstrual cycle
Consider hormonal treatments such as combined oral contraceptives
Consider spironolactone if appropriate
Ask about topical or oral antibiotics for short-term use
Review your skincare and makeup for pore-clogging ingredients
Reduce high-glycemic foods if they worsen your acne
Limit skim milk and whey protein if they trigger breakouts
Manage stress and sleep consistently
Keep hair products off the face and jawline
Change pillowcases regularly
Clean phone screens and items that touch the face
Seek medical advice before using prescription treatments during pregnancy or breastfeeding