How to regulate hormonal imbalance causing frequent acne on the face

Jul 10, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

These days, I keep breaking out with pimples and also have trouble sleeping at night. I suspect it might be due to hormonal imbalance. I'd like to ask, how can I regulate hormonal imbalance that causes frequent acne on my face?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Hormonal imbalance can cause frequent acne on the face and can be regulated through various approaches. In terms of diet, avoid high-sugar, high-fat, and high-salt foods. Increase consumption of vegetables, fruits, high-quality proteins, and healthy fats. Maintain a light diet, avoid spicy, irritating, and greasy foods, and be careful not to consume excessive estrogen, such as hormone-containing meats and dairy products. Improving lifestyle habits is also essential. Ensure adequate sleep, avoid staying up late, and engage in appropriate physical activities, such as running or practicing tai chi, to promote metabolism and relieve constipation, which helps improve hormonal imbalance. Maintaining a pleasant mood and facial cleanliness are also important aspects of regulation. Avoid excessive mental stress and regularly clean the face to prevent pore blockage. If symptoms are severe, topical ointments or oral medications may be used under a doctor's guidance. Acne on the face caused by hormonal imbalance requires comprehensive regulation, addressing multiple aspects including diet, lifestyle habits, and emotional management, in order to improve hormonal imbalance and alleviate acne.