A lot of women get fresh pimples right before their menstruation begins. This happens because the hormones fluctuate around this time. Progesterone- a major hormone rises significantly, causing our skin to produce more sebum (oil). Extra oil can clog pores and combine with bacteria and dead skin cells causing those excruciating pimples on the face, chin or back. Oil production may worsen concurrently with a little increase in testosterone- a male hormone that women also have in trace amounts.
I get these breakouts almost every month too- no matter how much I take care of my skin, one or two pimples will always pop up. Do you get pimples before your period too? How do you deal with them? Let’s share and help each other feel better.
It is very common and gradually their formation decreases with age. Mostly they come around 7-10 days before the cycle and that’s why this time-window should be used with proper preventive care. A cleanser with ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide (in topical form) can be used as this helps in regulating acne formation during this time. Foods rich in omega-3, Zn, and Mg will help towards keeping the internal system balanced that can check acne formation. Better to avoid over-washing of face and limited use of make up can hugely help as that can aid towards shrinking the existing pimple soon rather than irritating it and causing much swelling and redness. All these should be done regularly to see a gradual change on the skin (within a time span of six months), as it takes time for these things to work.
Yes, getting pimples before your period is super common—it’s due to hormonal changes, especially a drop in estrogen and a rise in progesterone, which increases oil production and clogs pores. I usually deal with them by keeping my skincare routine simple: gentle cleanser, salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide spot treatment, and lots of water. I also avoid heavy makeup and try not to pick at them (even though it’s tempting!)
This is such a relatable post. It’s comforting to know these breakouts are a normal part of hormonal changes and not necessarily a sign that our skincare routine is failing.
Nice explanation! Hormonal changes before periods can definitely trigger breakouts. Creating awareness about the reason behind these pimples helps people take better care of their skin without unnecessary worry.
Hey dear friend, even i get those breakouts every month , that’s pretty natural. Friends lets not allow that to bother us. Lets just give our body some time so that our skins gets settled automatically. Hey girls lets take that as an evil eye that’s taking out all the negative energy in us once in a month .
Premenstrual acne mostly affects acne prone and oily skin. Even after doing my skincare, one or two pimples always pop up as my skin is oily.I try to control them by avoiding oily and junk food and also prefer to see a dermat when these acne leave scars.
, that’s pretty natural. Friends lets not allow that to bother us. Lets just give our body some time so that our skins gets settled automatically. Hey girls lets take that as an evil eye that’s taking out all the negative energy in us once in a month 
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