Adult acne is not “delayed teenage acne”. It can be related to hormones, stress, care, diet, medications, diseases and the skin barrier. That is why the plan should be calm, staged and based on observing the skin’s response.

When is it worth starting with a dermatologist?

If the lesions are painful, purulent, sudden, severe, leave scars or appear together with other symptoms, a dermatology consultation is needed. A cosmetologist does not diagnose diseases and does not replace treatment, but can support care and work on the condition of the skin.

What can a cosmetologist do?

Which treatments can be considered?

With blackhead-prone and overloaded skin, you can consider manual facial cleansing, hydrogen cleansing or care focused on problematic skin, for example Christina Comodex. With post-acne marks and discolouration, the plan is different from active inflammatory lesions.

The most common mistake: too many active ingredients

Daily acids, a retinoid, spot drying products and strong cleansing can intensify irritation. With adult acne, you often have to calm the skin first, and only later introduce stronger elements of the plan.

If you do not know whether your skin needs cleansing, dermatological treatment or barrier rebuilding, book a consultation. A good decision at the start saves months of random cosmetic testing.

Frequently asked questions

When should acne be taken to a dermatologist and when to a cosmetologist?

Painful, purulent, severe lesions or ones that leave scars need a dermatologist. A cosmetologist supports care, cleansing and barrier repair after qualification.

Does diet affect adult acne?

In some people certain dietary factors can aggravate lesions, but diet is not the only cause and does not replace treatment. The influence is individual.

Can acne be covered with make-up?

Yes, if the skin is not irritated and the cosmetics are non-comedogenic and thoroughly removed. Make-up does not, however, replace skincare or treatment.