May
So many women suffer from acne when they are on their period. It can wreak havoc on one’s self-esteem, often causing an internal war against the body. If acne seems to come on a week or two before your period, your hormones may be responsible. Higher levels of testosterone and cortisol trigger oil-producing glands to jump into overdrive, and that can cause acne.
Why do some women get period acne and others don’t? That’s a good question! Acne indicates that there’s stuff happening behind the scenes that may need your attention. It isn’t just hormone fluctuations or stress. It is often a sign that your body needs support balancing and clearing hormones. At the root of many period problems are hormone imbalances.
The good news is that some simple shifts you can make in your diet and supplement routine can help! Healthy food is the best way to combat hormonal dysfunction because you need to eat anyway. If you focus on high-quality sources of nutrition, you can solve your hormone woes while also improving your overall health and reducing your risk of virtually every disease! Natural supplements can also help and may speed up balancing things out. Combining a healthy diet with a few quality supplements can make things shift even faster!
Here are my top five supplements for fixing and preventing hormonal acne:
Magnesium + Calcium. Magnesium fights inflammation (acne is inflammatory). Calcium is important for skin renewal. Taking a magnesium/calcium supplement can reduce inflammation and acne. You can also focus on Magnesium and get more calcium in your diet.
Omega-3s. Omega-3 fatty acids are anti-inflammatory and are very beneficial for skin, hair, and nails! Look for a supplement rich in fish or flax oil.
Zinc. When zinc is deficient, our skin is more prone to bacterial infection and redness. Research has shown that zinc supplementation is an effective way to ease acne. Adding this mineral to my nutrition plan helped improve my skin, especially stopping acne breakouts before that time of the month.
Probiotics. Probiotics are essential for more than just your gut health, but a healthy gut can mean healthier skin. Believe it or not, gut bacteria are responsible for helping to process and eliminate excess estrogen. So, If you’ve been on the pill or antibiotics and you’re experiencing hormonal acne, probiotics could be vital in getting your skin back on track.
Last but not least, B Vitamins. A daily, quality B-complex supplement that includes B6 can help ease hormonal acne. B6 counteracts skin inflammation and the overproduction of sebum, which clogs pores and creates acne.
So, if you’ve been suffering from period acne, give one of my recommendations a try.
I’m so happy you found me. I’m Oshun and I am a Board Holistic Health Practitioner and Menstrual Cycle Coach who specializes in helping women take control of their hormones and menstrual health. Some people call me the “Womb Priestess”. I believe that every woman has within her the power to naturally reclaim her health, authentic beauty and wellness. My goal isn’t just about teaching you how your feminine body works; it’s also offering insight on the immense power that the phases of your menstrual cycle mean for your emotional, physical and mental well being!