i had the same thing and the only solution i ever found was low dose birth control pills. it generally gets worse as your estrogen/androgen levels shift as you age so many times low dose hormone therapy is the solution. this kind of acne can also be a sign of ovarian cysts so it would be a good idea to chat with your gynecologist just to rule that out.
are there any treatments for adult hormonal acne? . i am a 46 year woman who suffers from severe adult acne. i never had bad acne as a teen/young adult but the past years it has gotten very bad. i regularly wash my face every morning and night and the acne i do get is deeper in the skin as opposed to just clogged pores on the surface. i have tried many over the counter creams cleansers and toners but are there any other products or treatments specifically effective for adult hormonal acne someone could recommend?