Pimples are for teenagers; or so you thought. You’re an adult now, so why are you experiencing acne?

It’s entirely possible for acne to resurface in your adult years or even affect some people for the very first time in their lives (adult-onset acne). And, many treatments intended for use by teens with acne aren’t effective for adults with acne.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, women experience adult acne more than men and it’s likely due to one or more reasons: