Hormonal Acne: Why It Happens..

Hormonal acne: why it happens (and how I treat it)

Hormonal acne isn’t just a teenage issue. Many women experience breakouts in their 20s–40s+, often around the chin, jawline and neck, and often alongside PMS, cycle changes, stress, or poor sleep.

Hormones can affect oil production, inflammation, and healing. When they’re out of balance, acne can become deeper, more persistent, and harder to calm with skincare alone.

What can trigger hormonal acne?
-Androgens (can increase oil and congestion) 
-Stress/cortisol (can worsen inflammation and slow healing) 
-Blood sugar swings (may influence inflammation) 
-Cycle fluctuations (many flare 1–2 weeks before a period) 

How I help (skin therapy + acupuncture)
At Nataliya Robinson Health & Skincare in Belgravia, I combine:
Professional skin treatments to clear congestion, calm inflammation, and protect the skin barrier (e.g., safe extractions, peels, LED, lymphatic support where appropriate) 
TCM acupuncture to support internal balance, stress regulation, sleep, circulation, and cycle-related symptoms 

Because hormonal acne improves with consistency, I create a bespoke plan based on your skin, cycle patterns, lifestyle, and triggers.