Episode 43: Adult Acne — Why It Happens and Why It's So Hard to Treat

Skinfluence with Dr. Dustin Portela · Apr 16, 2026 · 29m

Acne isn't just a teenage problem. In fact, more adults than ever are dealing with breakouts, and they often behave very differently than what you experienced growing up.

In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee break down the unique causes of adult acne and why it tends to be more stubborn, more inflammatory, and more frustrating to treat. From hormonal shifts and testosterone exposure to stress, sleep disruption, diet, and modern lifestyle habits, they explain why adult acne is becoming more common and why it often shows up differently in men and women.

They also walk through…