i have pretty clear skin but..

[EndNeverComes]

i always have breakouts along my jawline. i'm assuming it is mostly from stress, because i'm ALWAYS stressed out.

i just went on the pill about 2 months ago for menstrual cramps, and i also hope that helps to clear up my skin more.

i wash my face day and night everyday, but is there anything i could do that might help stop the breakouts along my jaw?

thanks so much <3

 

[jasper17]

Are you on the phone a lot? That can cause acne in that area.

 

[fairytale22]

Yeah, phone mouth pieces are full of bacteria! But I would go to your pediatrician for some topical cream. You don't want to use an acne wash because it may be too harsh for the rest of your face.

 

[pumpkincat210]

Also do you put your face in your hands? I used to do that alot at school and it caused some breakouts. Try some acne cream with benzoyl peroxide too.

 

[EndNeverComes]

i rarely use the phone, so i doubt it's that.

it might actually be from my hair, now that i think about it.
because the way i wear my hair, it's constantly touching my face....but i dont know if that would cause it.

 

[pumpkincat210]

Maybe not your hair, but hair products could irritate your face.

 

[Janice]

My derm told me the typical breakout pattern for women experiencing a hormal breakout is along the jawline. Might be the hormones from starting a new birth control. You can consult with your gyno and see if a BC with different/less hormones is better for you. My derm reccomended Yasmin.

 

[Isis]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Janice My derm told me the typical breakout pattern for women experiencing a hormal breakout is along the jawline. Might be the hormones from starting a new birth control. You can consult with your gyno and see if a BC with different/less hormones is better for you. My derm reccomended Yasmin.

Your Derm. is right

Jawline and chin breakouts are hormone related. Stress & digestion related breakouts actually tend to show up on your forehead & Cheeks (depending).