“Why Is My Skin Breaking Out?!”
If you’ve ever started a new skincare product—especially active serums and suddenly noticed breakouts, you’re not alone.
This could be purging, not just a random breakout.
What is Purging?
Purging happens when your skin speeds up its cell turnover—basically, your skin is pushing out all the clogged-up gunk that’s been sitting underneath the surface.
Think of it as your skin doing a deep cleanse before it clears up.
• Purging usually shows up in the areas where you normally break out.
• It can last anywhere from 2 to 6 weeks, depending on your skin and the product you’re using.
• But once it’s done? Your skin often looks clearer, brighter, and healthier than it ever has before.
You might even catch yourself thinking: “Is this really my skin?!”
How do you know if it’s Purging or just Breaking Out?
✔️ Purging happens in your usual breakout areas.
✔️ Irritation breakouts tend to pop up in new spots and can feel itchy or painful.
Everyone gets pimples—yes, even me!
Just because you see clear skin on social media doesn’t mean it’s like that 24/7.
When you start using products that speed up cell turnover, it’s normal for your skin to react.
But if you stop everything the moment you get a pimple, you could be stopping your skin from ever reaching its glow-up. If you get one pimple and throw out your entire routine… I can’t help you.
But if you stick with gentle products, and trust the process—your skin will thank you.
Remember:
Gentle Products
Hydrate.
And SPF is your BFF