Why am I all of a sudden breaking out?

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asked Apr 25, 2024 in Body/Skin by Mathplenty (1,100 points)
Why am I all of a sudden breaking out?

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answered Dec 31, 2024 by Cathy21 (95,100 points)
Some reasons for you all of a sudden breaking out include stress, hormonal changes, clogged pores, bacteria on the skin, friction, genetics and use of skin care products.

Your face breaking out around your mouth and other areas can be caused by stress, genetics, hormone changes, touching your face, using your phone wearing a mask or using skin care products or cosmetics like lip balm, foundation, toothpaste or shaving cream which can irritate your skin and clog pores.

Puberty, menopause and pregnancy as well as certain medications like the pill can also cause changes in your hormones and lead to acne and pimples.

Some reasons for breaking out with pimples and acne on your forehead and hairline are from stress, friction, hormonal changes and clogged hair follicles.

Stress can cause acne and pimple breakouts and hormonal changes can also contribute to breakouts.

Wearing hats, headbands, helmets and other things that can cause friction and pimple and acne breakouts on your forehead and hairline.

Clogged hair follicles and using hair products such as hairspray, gel and shampoo can buildup and clog pores and lead to acne and pimples on your hairline and forehead.

When your forehead is breaking out with little bumps it can be a result of stress, clogged pores, hormonal changes or even digestive issues and certain medications.

Forehead pimples can mean that you're going through hormonal changes, stress or it can be a result of certain medications.

Going through hormonal changes, especially during puberty can increase oil production in the skin and clog pores which can lead to the forehead pimples and acne.

Stress is also linked to causing forehead pimples and acne although the exact reason is not known.

Medications such as steroids, anticonvulsants and lithium can cause acne as a side effect.

Having forehead pimples can also mean that you're having digestive system issues and trouble breaking down certain foods, or you have liver problems.

Frequently touching your face or irritation from skin products or skin irritation can cause forehead acne and forehead pimples.

eating foods such as whey protein, diets high in sugar or even skim milk can also cause forehead pimples.

To prevent forehead pimples.

Shower as soon as possible after working out to wash away any acne causing and pimple causing bacteria.

Gently wipe or pat off any sweat from your forehead with a clean towel while you're working out.

If you have severe acne or pimples that are persistent, deep or painful or severe you should see a doctor.

Forehead acne and forehead pimples are often caused by skin irritation or trapped sweat.

The trapped sweat or skin irritation may be due to cosmetic products, such as makeup, or tight clothing and accessories, such as hats, face masks, visors, or headbands.

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