Traveling Through Acne

The journey where mini foreign aliens drastically take over one of the most important parts of my body deeply burdens my attitude, energy, and confidence. Since 2020, I’ve been grappling with outbreaks and acne. My journey traveling through acne remains a mystery because I still don’t understand why I break out.

My skin journey is one of confusion, sadness, and discomfort. Before 2020, my skin journey was typically soft and clear, with occasional period pimples. Growing up in a household that emphasized nightly face washing, I had a solid 3–4 step skin routine, using quality products at a young age.

Fast forward to 2020 — COVID, the loss of a loved one, and a rising nicotine addiction. My skin took a toll like I had never seen before. Pain, tears, and frustration about my skin became a new norm.

By August 2021, my face was covered with these foreign aliens. Appointments in and out of the dermatologist, blood tests, prescription meds, and endless new skin routines — nothing worked. I was trusting this doctor who, appointment after appointment, kept perscribing things with a complete disregard to my emotional and mental well being. In America, a lot of doctors aren’t who we think they are. When it comes to healing, a disregard to the inner world and overall well being of an individual will only be a temporary fix. Not being in control of my skin and…