Serious acne week before period and at time of ovulation?

Question

I get acne all over but mainly on my chin, temples and jawline which I understand is hormonal. Used to think it wasn't but with this app I've worked out that I break out the few days before my period and during ovulation . It's surface stuff as well as really deep sore acne.
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​Anyone ever worked out a way to fix this without using the contraceptive pill? I've always had clear skin but since I was 22 it's been getting much worse! I'm 25 now and at a healthy weight, excercise, and eat healthy too!
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​So anyone know any solutions or causes for this?

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Ruth - I can be the same way! I definitely notice more acne around my period - mostly on my face, but sometimes I get a few spots in my chest, as well ? I've found salcylic acid to be really helpful; I put some on a cotton ball and dab at the problem spots. dries it all up and works pretty quickly! if I put it on the night before, redness and soreness is usually improved by morning! I also make an effort to drink LOTS of water (~2 gallons!) when I'm on my period. whether it be tea, fruit flavored water, whatever - it all helps!

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Thanks! I do wash my sheets weekly and I'll try those creams you mentioned! I'll do anything to fix this! I get two new ugly deep sore spots every day plus surface stuff when it's bad!

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Some times birth control pills can help. But if you don't want to take those, drink extra water at that time to help hydrate your cells. Wash your face daily, maybe twice during that week prior to AF. Change your pillow case often, don't touch your face, and use concealer specially designed for breakouts (Clinique makes one and there's a new BB cream that works too!) good luck! I'm 25 too and have the same issues! Sometimes my body just breaks out! It sucks, but isn't a huge deal. The cramping is normal, as long as it's not severe.

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Also get slight cramps at ovulation too if that helps?

Serious acne week before period and at time of ovulation?

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