Most people think acne is a teenage problem — but the truth is that more adults than ever are struggling with breakouts, inflammation, and recurring flare-ups after the age of 25.
For many women, it becomes worse in their 30s, 40s, and even during perimenopause.
Adult acne is not “just hormonal” and it’s not something you need to live with.
It is your body’s way of signalling that something deeper needs attention.
In this blog, let’s break down what adult acne really is, why it happens, and how a holistic homeopathic approach helps you heal from within.
What Is Adult Acne?
Adult acne refers to pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, cysts, or inflamed bumps that appear after the age of 25.
It commonly shows up on the lower cheeks, chin, jawline, neck, chest and back.
In adults, acne is rarely just a surface-level issue — it usually reflects an internal imbalance.
Why Does Adult Acne Happen?
Adult acne is multi-factorial. Here are the most common root causes we see in wellness homeopathy and holistic skin practice:
1. Hormonal Imbalance
Fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, insulin or cortisol can trigger excess oil production, inflammation and breakouts.
This is why many women experience acne around:
• PMS
• Post-birth
• Perimenopause
• Discontinuing birth control
• High-stress phases
2. Gut Health Issues
Your skin mirrors your gut.
If your digestion is weak, your microbiome is imbalanced, or your body struggles to eliminate toxins, it reflects on the skin — leading to acne & inflamed skin.
3. A Sluggish or Overloaded Liver
The liver is responsible for filtering hormones, toxins and waste.
When it is overloaded (due to stress, medications, processed foods, poor sleep), your skin becomes the secondary detox organ.
This can show up as adult acne — especially along the jawline.
4. Chronic Stress
High cortisol disrupts hormones, slows digestion, increases inflammation and directly worsens acne.
This is why stressful weeks often show up on the skin immediately.
5. Inflammation in the Body
Inflammatory foods, low-grade infections, and long-term stress all contribute to inflamed, painful, cystic acne.
6. Wrong Skin Care or Overuse of Chemicals
Harsh products strip the skin barrier, causing more oil production and more breakouts.
How at Wellness Homeopathy we Help with Adult Acne?
Homeopathy works on the root cause — not just the symptoms.
Instead of suppressing breakouts, it supports the body’s natural healing so your skin becomes clearer, calmer and more balanced over time.
Here’s how a wellness homeopathic and holistic approach helps:
1. Individualised Remedies
Every person’s acne has a different cause.
Homeopathic remedies are chosen based on your complete picture:
• Type of acne
• Triggers
• Hormonal history
• Gut health
• Stress levels
• Emotional patterns
This makes the treatment deeper and more effective.
2. Supporting Hormonal Balance
Specific remedies help regulate hormonal fluctuations and reduce acne linked to PMS, PCOS, stress or perimenopause.
3. Improving Digestion & Gut Health
Homeopathy improves assimilation, reduces bloating/constipation, and balances the gut — which reduces inflammation showing up on the skin.
4. Detox & Liver Support
Gentle, natural remedies help the liver detox more efficiently so your skin does not need to “push out” toxins.
5. Reducing Inflammation
Anti-inflammatory homeopathic remedies help calm redness, pain, and cystic flare-ups.
6. Strengthening the Skin Barrier
When the body’s internal balance improves, the skin barrier naturally becomes stronger, less oily, and more resilient.
Our Holistic Skin program has excellent results in improving your skin!
In our Holistic Skin Wellness Program , along with Homeopathic & Neuropathic treamtents, we also provide you with:
• Nutritional guidance for hormone & gut support
• Supplements that reduce inflammation
• Natural skin applications
• Lifestyle + stress support
• Breathwork & yoga
All of these help accelerate healing and prevent future flare-ups.
To sum up..
Adult acne is not random.
Your skin is simply communicating an imbalance inside the body.
When you address the root cause — not just the surface — your skin can heal beautifully and naturally.
If you’re struggling with long-term breakouts or want personalised homeopathic care, feel free to reach out.
Natural healing is possible, and your skin can absolutely recover.
We have clinics located at Avondale, Parnell & Titirangi in Auckland.
We also take online consultations for New Zealand and Australian clients.