Adult acne can affect females later in life. Hormonal changes, stress, and cosmetic use are just a few of the possible causes of acne that can occur in females in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s. Other ...

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You may need to see a dermatologist if you have a really big pimple that won't go away. Spot treatments are unlikely to be of much help with more severe blemishes. When considering how to manage acne ...