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How healthcare providers are can mistreat skin conditions
How do hormonal changes cause acne and skin changes in women?
Can hormonal acne occur at any age?
Treatment options for acne and skin conditions

How healthcare providers are can mistreat skin conditions

Hormonal fluctuations can change a woman's skin, leading to acne, rosacea, dry skin, and other skin changes. What if your hormones could be balanced and your skin could look young and healthy? The fact is, hormones are critical components to human survival and well-being. In women, we grossly underestimate the need for testosterone.

Healthcare professionals severely underestimate the number of women in the world that have low estrogen and testosterone levels. Instead, healthcare professionals prescribe medication that will only mask the issue when bioidentical hormone replacement is the answer with so many long term benefits and fewer side effects.

How do hormonal changes cause acne and skin changes in women?

Hormonal fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone can increase sebum production in the skin's oil glands, leading to clogged pores and acne outbreaks. These changes are common during puberty, before menstruation, during pregnancy, and around menopause. Androgens, which increase during certain periods, can also contribute to skin issues by stimulating oil production.

Testosterone, although typically associated with male hormone levels, plays a crucial role in women's health as well, including the maintenance of healthy skin. While much attention is given to the influence of estrogen and progesterone on women's skin health, testosterone also contributes to skin thickness, elasticity, and overall appearance.

Low testosterone levels in women can lead to various skin-related issues, such as:

● Dryness and Loss of Elasticity: Testosterone contributes to the production of sebum, the oil that helps keep the skin moisturized and supple. Low levels can therefore lead to dryer skin, which may lack elasticity and appear more aged.

● Decreased Collagen Production: Testosterone aids in the production of collagen, a protein that gives the skin its firmness and structure. Reduced testosterone levels can diminish collagen production, potentially leading to thinner, less resilient skin and the development of wrinkles.

● Acne: While high levels of testosterone are commonly associated with acne due to increased sebum production, hormonal imbalances in general, including low testosterone, can also affect the skin's condition and contribute to acne outbreaks.

Can hormonal acne occur at any age?

Yes, while hormonal acne is often associated with teenagers, it can occur at any age, particularly in women experiencing hormonal fluctuations.What treatment options are available for hormonal acne and skin changes?

While there are several treatment plans that can vary based on the severity of the condition and individual health such as topical creams and gels.

Some healthcare providers use synthetic hormones such as the birth control pill. We do not recommend these treatment options. Instead, we believe if the hormones are the issue, then we should target the hormones with bioidentical hormones.

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