To have feelings for someone, to be loved, to reject someone, to be rejected...
Since ancient times, many people have worried about the course of their love lives and have turned to fortune-telling for guidance.
"Pimples on the forehead mean unrequited love," "If you get one on your chin, it's proof someone has feelings for you!"
This is "acne fortune-telling," where you predict your love life based on the location of pimples on your face.
I bet everyone has tried this at least once, right?
You might be thinking, "Yay! I have a 'loved-by-something acne'!" But did you know that this "loved-by-something acne" actually has another name?

Actually, acne around the chin, sometimes called "acne caused by unrequited love," is also known as adult acne and is a common problem for people over 20.

While adolescent acne tends to appear in the so-called "T-zone," such as the forehead and around the nose, adult acne tends to appear in the so-called "U-zone," such as around the mouth, chin, cheeks, and neck, and is characterized by being more difficult to treat than adolescent acne.
While some people associate acne with adolescence, the number of women suffering from adult acne has actually been increasing in recent years.

Adolescent acne is mostly caused by increased hormonal activity leading to excessive sebum production. Maintaining cleanliness, such as frequent face washing, is the first step in prevention and treatment.

On the other hand, adult acne is thought to be caused by a variety of factors, including irregular lifestyle, stress, lack of sleep, hormonal imbalances, and poor metabolism. Are you so busy with work or love that you end up going to bed late, neglecting meals, or falling asleep with your makeup on? Adult acne should be seen as a sign from your body, and when you notice acne, take the opportunity to review your entire lifestyle. First and foremost, it's important to prioritize getting enough sleep, eating a balanced diet, and living a stress-free life.

In your daily skincare routine, make sure to give your skin plenty of moisture. Dry skin, yet acne still develops – this is a characteristic of adult acne. When the stratum corneum dries out, cell turnover slows down, and the stratum corneum thickens. This thickened stratum corneum can clog pores, leading to adult acne.
Another characteristic of adult acne is that it is difficult to heal and prone to leaving scars. When acne causes inflammation of the skin, melanocytes are activated and melanin pigment is produced. If the skin's metabolism has slowed down due to an unhealthy lifestyle or aging, the melanin pigment can accumulate and leave acne scars.

Vitamin C helps keep skin healthy and suppresses melanin production. It can be obtained internally through food and other sources, as well as externally through skincare. Therefore, those who want to prevent acne scars from becoming blemishes should actively incorporate it into their routine. A lotion containing vitamin C is recommended for daily skincare, while a serum can be used as a spot treatment for areas of particular concern.