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Has Acne Season Begun? What to Do About Increased Acne in November?

Sivilce Mevsimi Başladı mı? Kasım’da Artan Akneye Ne Yapmalı?

Seasonal changes affect not only our mood but also our skin. When November arrives, many people experience a sudden surge in acne, breakouts, redness, and a feeling that their skin has suddenly deteriorated. So why? And how can we recover? Glow Squad, stay calm—everything is under control 💜✨

💥 4 Scientific Reasons Why Acne Increases in November

1) The weather is getting colder = The barrier is weakening.

Cold weather → skin dries out more easily → sebum production increases → pores become clogged.

2) Exam season + stress hormones

November is a time when school and workloads increase, and stress levels reach their peak.
When cortisol levels rise , fat production accelerates and inflammation increases.

3) Less sun = more clogged pores

Reduced sunlight means a decrease in the skin's natural antibacterial activity. This can allow C. acnes bacteria to multiply more easily.

4) Switching to blanket mode: sweets + hot drinks + comfort food

With the arrival of autumn and winter:

  • hot chocolate
  • sweet consumption
  • carbohydrate-rich diet
    When blood sugar levels rise, fluctuations trigger acne.

✨ So what should we do?

✔ 1. Two-stage but gentle cleaning

It's essential to keep the pores clean without drying them out.
Gel-based products like Clean Your Past are ideal during this time.

✔ 2.2% Salicylic Acid: November's star

There's no need for a harsh exfoliation.
A serum containing 2% BHA, like Ex-Foliate Your X , targets and clears blockages.

✔ 3. Soothe redness with Azelaic Toner.

November acne is usually red and tender.
Lightening in a Bottle (azelaic toner) reduces redness and smooths texture.

✔ 4. Lightweight Yet Effective Moisture: The All Day All Night Touch

The biggest mistake when it comes to November acne: "I won't apply moisturizer, it will just make my skin oilier."

However, the right oil-free moisturizer balances the skin and controls sebum.
All Day All Night, with its gel-cream texture, is the perfect savior for this period:

  • Oil-free, lightweight, non-sticky.
  • Non-clogging pores
  • Water-based, fast-absorbing tissue.
  • Moisturizing effect throughout the day + firming effect at night.

When the skin is sufficiently moisturized, excessive sebum production also stops.

✔ 5. Reduce sugar intake + increase water intake

Skin is 50% routine, 50% lifestyle. Glow starts from within.

November is no longer "acne season"; it could be "reset season" for you. ✨