A Guide to Stress Acne, From Surprising Causes to the Best Treatments [Video]

Stress can wreak havoc on many—if not all—aspects of our lives. But when it comes to our skin, it mostly manifests into a pesky concern that we are all too familiar with: stress acne.

Whether you’re dealing with emotional or psychological stress, stress acne pops up in times of duress. What makes this blemish a bit trickier to treat than say a blackhead or even hormonal acne, is that it is very much tied to our mental health and how we feel. To help us navigate how to treat this specific type of breakout, we asked three dermatologists to give us a breakdown of everything we need to know. From the symptoms to all the treatments available, here’s your complete guide on how to tackle stress acne—straight from the pros.

What Is Stress Acne?

As New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Michelle Henry, MD, describes it, stress acne is a type of acne that is worsened by, you guessed it, …