A survey of 1,000 adults who struggle with acne and spots revealed that 21% are affected by their skin condition for more than two weeks each month. A significant 29% described their acne as severe. Furthermore, 44% confessed to feeling insecure about their skin's appearance, while 18% admitted it frequently or constantly impacts their mental health.
Wrinkles are a concern for exactly half of the respondents, and 44% are often troubled by blackheads and whiteheads. Dr Sonia Khorana, GP and dermatology expert for , which commissioned the study, stated: "Having bad skin can really affect you, your confidence can take a huge hit and it can be incredibly isolating at times. It's not just the physical symptoms but the emotional and psychological impact that can be overwhelming.
" "That's why it's so important to provide a solution that can help people get control of their skin when they feel the control is out of their hands. This can help people fight back on their skin issues and be in a position where they no longer need to cover up or hide away and miss out on life." The research also discovered that 39% have a beauty routine they strictly adhere to every day.
However, nearly three in 10 (29%) prefer to change their skincare routine and the products they use every few months. On a bad skin day, 19% of people will dodge a photo opportunity, 9% have feigned a faulty camera for a video call and 6% have even called in sick to work. The most common areas for spots were found to be t.
