Yes, period acne exists! You can thank your hormones for all of that. Your hormones undergo violent swings before, during, and after your period. Right before estrogen and progesterone levels drop — enter PMS symptoms. PMS looks different for every woman, but some of the most common are sore breasts, moodiness, and even weird poop. PMS is also a time when acne runs rampant. That's because the hormone shifts trigger your sebaceous glands to release more sebum (oil). Too much oil can lead to clogged pores. PMS hormones also increase skin inflammation and the production of acne-causing bacteria. On top of all that, PMS can make you more stressed out, which wreaks havoc on your skin. But it doesn't always stop with PMS. Many women struggle with period acne long after their PMS has subsided. Again, you can point the finger at your hormones. During a period acne flare-up, you might also consider: 1) Avoiding irritating products, such as greasy sunscreens, cosmetics, oils, and concealers 2) Protecting your skin from friction like tight collars, straps, and/or helmets 3) Limiting your sun exposure 4) Moisturizer, moisturize, moisturize your skin 24/7 Don't panic — you don't have to go it alone next time! #adcofm #acne #acnetreatment #acnefighter #audermemoisturizer #auderme #oilfreemoisturizer #pms