Adultacnesneaks up on you when you least expect it.

A glaringpimplepops up in one location, and then before you know it, another one makes an appearance.

According toEveryday Health, stress and hormone changes are two factors that offset acne.

Woman checking for acne

Even something as simple as touching your cell phone’s screen to your face can cause an angry flareup.

According toBustle, where your flareups appear directly correlates to your health.

But getting acne in your 20s and 30s doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle.

Woman treating acne

With the right products and ingredients, managing your breakouts is possible.

Each of these chemicals are designed to tackle skin issues.

Of the three chemicals, lactic is the most gentle on your skin.

For the best results, you could turn to a mixture of store-bought and DIY treatments.

PerHealthline, apple cider vinegar, green tea extract, and tea tree oil greatly reduce acne.

These ingredients also reduce the appearance of acne scars.

Bustlestrongly suggests tailoring your approach to the underlying cause of your acne.

If you have oily skin, for example, stick with beauty products that prevent blackhead formation.