Even with regular skincare, acne can happen to anyone. If left untreated, it can lead to acne scars and even cause blemishes, so be careful.
When the skin becomes inflamed, such as with acne, melanocytes are activated and melanin pigment is produced. In healthy skin, melanin is expelled through cell turnover and the skin returns to its original state. However, if the skin's metabolism slows down and melanin pigment accumulates, it can lead to acne scars, which eventually turn into age spots.
To prevent acne scars, it's crucial to start early care as soon as you notice acne. Adult acne, especially that caused by lifestyle habits, is more difficult to treat than adolescent acne. If acne persists for a long time, the chances of scarring increase, so it's important to start by thoroughly cleansing your face to remove clogged pores, suppress the growth of acne bacteria, and reduce inflammation.
At this time, people with adult acne often have a weakened barrier function in the stratum corneum, so be sure to wash gently with a mildly acidic facial cleanser. After washing your face, moisturize thoroughly to maintain the moisture content of the stratum corneum, restore the skin's barrier function, and promote metabolism.
Furthermore, vitamin C has the effect of suppressing melanin, which causes blemishes. In addition to getting vitamin C from your diet, be sure to take intensive care with cosmetics containing vitamin C to prevent blemishes from forming.