What is causing my painful seasonal acne to spread all over my face this year despite past success with Erytop gel, Doxypal, and Allegra, and how can I prevent these breakouts and clear up the dark marks they leave behind? | Apollo Pharmacy

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What is causing my painful seasonal acne to spread all over my face this year despite past success with Erytop gel, Doxypal, and Allegra, and how can I prevent these breakouts and clear up the dark marks they leave behind?

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What is causing my painful seasonal acne to spread all over my face this year despite past success with Erytop gel, Doxypal, and Allegra, and how can I prevent these breakouts and clear up the dark marks they leave behind?

Asked by Female, 26 · 7 hours ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

7 hours ago

At 26, sudden flares of painful seasonal acne can be triggered by hormonal fluctuations, environmental changes, or your skin developing resistance to topical antibiotics like those in Erytop gel. To prevent new breakouts, stick to a gentle cleanser and a non-comedogenic moisturizer. For the dark marks, applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily is crucial, as sun exposure worsens pigmentation. Incorporating ingredients like azelaic acid can also help fade these marks. Since Doxypal and your other medications aren't providing relief, I highly recommend consulting a dermatologist to safely update your treatment plan.

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