Really? At our age?? Sigh. And just like during puberty, hormones are to blame this time too. While teenage acne made its appearance on your forehead and nose, menopausal acne tends to appear lower on your face, around your chin and jaw. Lovely.

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For mild cases, over the counter treatments can work. For more severe acne, solutions such as prescription retinoids can be more effective. And speak to a menopause-trained doctor about how managing your hormones can affect your skin. 

Head over to our [product page](https://myalloy.com/products "Products") to see what your options are. A menopause-trained physician will review your choices and let you know your best options. Start feeling better NOW!

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What can you do?

Acne

Yes, about 25% of women ages 40-49 experience adult acne. The good news is it’s more of an issue during perimenopause than menopause.

OF WOMEN AGES 40 TO 49 ARE AFFECTED BY ACNE

Is this normal?

Over 40 and experiencing adult acne? Learn more about common symptoms during menopause with treatment options for relief.