Is there anyone out there whose skin suddenly breaks out two or three times a year? ㅠㅠ

My skin isn't usually very sensitive, but there are times, two or three times a year, when it suddenly flares up like a complete breakdown. Even though I maintain my usual skincare routine and cleansing method, my oil-water balance suddenly gets disrupted, causing breakouts all over my face, so I have absolutely no idea what the exact cause is.

I feel so frustrated wondering if it’s due to the temperature and humidity changes during the transitional season, or if the stress, fatigue, and lack of sleep that I’ve unknowingly accumulated have affected my hormones. I’ve been looking into the connection with my menstrual cycle and specific foods, but since it only happens a few times a year and not always, it’s really hard to figure out what the pattern is.

Once my skin breaks out like this, it takes a long time to soothe, and I get quite stressed about the fear of scarring. Have any of you experienced your skin breaking out periodically a few times a year, even though it is usually fine? It would be a great help if you could share how you identify the cause in these situations and how you handle emergency care for sudden breakouts!

I’ve been living with acne tapes lately, and it’s so upsetting!!