Acne at Every Age and How to Deal with It | Liberiq Podcast Episode 8
This episode is for you if you are struggling with persistent acne regardless of your age, want to prevent scarring and hyperpigmentation, and are looking for proven advice on how to properly care for your skin and adjust your beauty routine for the long term.
Why Acne Isn’t Just for Teenagers
In this #LiberiqPodcast episode, titled "Acne at Every Age and How to Deal with It," we talk with Assistant Professor Iva Blajić, MD, PhD, about why inflammatory skin processes occur regardless of age and how to recognize whether they are a temporary occurrence or a chronic problem.
We explain the key differences between teenage and adult acne, how stress and lack of sleep affect skin health, and how to confidently distinguish hormonal acne from breakouts caused by external factors. We also discuss how pollution, improper facial cleansing, and excessive sun exposure can further worsen your skin’s condition.
Proper Care and the Impact of Lifestyle
Dr. Iva Blajić reveals the true impact of diet on acne flare-ups, explores whether myths like "chocolate causes acne" are true, and shares how to properly care for problematic skin in the morning and evening—with a special focus on the specific needs of those with atopic-prone skin.
In this episode, we cover the following topics in detail:
- The most important dermocosmetic ingredients for treating acne and which ones to avoid.
- Whether certain supplements can help reduce acne and improve skin health.
- What to look for when choosing makeup and how often to change pillowcases and brushes.
- Which exfoliants are best for acne-prone skin and how frequently you should exfoliate.
- When is the right time to visit a dermatologist and how to distinguish acne from rosacea.
- The effectiveness of retinoids, antibiotics, and dermatological treatments like chemical peels and lasers.
- Key steps in preventing scars and hyperpigmentation after acne clears up.
About the guest
Iva Blajić
Associate Professor, PhD,Specialist in Dermatology
Iva Blajić graduated in 2006 from the University of Zagreb School of Medicine, where she defended her doctoral dissertation in 2017 entitled Quality of Life and Psychiatric Comorbidity in Dermatovenereology Patients.
After completing her mandatory medical internship, she has been employed since 2007 at the Clinic for Skin and Venereal Diseases, University Hospital Centre Sestre milosrdnice, initially as a research assistant on the Ministry of Science, Education and Sports research project Psychological Status of Patients with Malignant Skin Diseases and Other Dermatoses, and subsequently as a resident in dermatology and venereology.
Since 2016, she has been working as a specialist in dermatology and venereology at the same clinic, with a narrower field of practice in inflammatory-mediated skin diseases and pediatric dermatology. She completed training in pediatric dermatology in London and Padua. She is currently undergoing subspecialization in pediatric dermatology. She participates in numerous clinical trials related to inflammatory skin diseases and is the author and co-author of scientific articles and books.
