Almost all of us suffered through those awkward teenage years when we were plagued by acne. Whether it’s an occasional blemish or horrendous constant break-outs, having pimples is pretty much a right of passage that starts to clear as we get older?but unfortunately, not all of us grow out of breakouts. Yup, acne can become a persistent problem that only gets worse in adulthood.
Adult hormonal acne is one of the most frustrating things to deal with. How are you supposed to feel confident as an adult when your face is still acting like it’s going through puberty" And no matter what you do, you feel like nothing is working to give you the smooth, flawless complexion you’ve always wanted. We wish we could wave our magic wands and make all the acne in the world disappear, but unfortunately we can’t. What we can do, however, is provide you with a list 10 things to know about hormonal acne that could really help you out in the long run. MORE: Does Tap Water Cause Acne" Here’s Why Some Dermatologists Are Saying Yes
1. Adult hormonal acne is more common than you think

We normally associate acne with being a teenager, but research shows that over 50% of people in their twenties and 25% of people in their thirties suffer from acne. You’re not alone!
2. Hormonal acne is most prevalent around the chin, mouth, and jawline

Teenage acne tends to pop up in the T-zone area (forehead, nose and chin), but adult hormonal acne will almost look ...