Acne Can Appear After Sexual Relations? Here's The Expert's Explanation

Acne facial illustration (Pexels/Polina Tankilevitch)

JAKARTA - Having sex with a partner is a fun thing. However, sometimes this activity can have various impacts on the body, one of which is triggering acne growth in the skin.

Quoted from Healthshots, on Saturday, October 4, 2025, there are several things that cause acne to appear after having sexual intercourse. One of them is related to the production of activities and body oil during sex.

There is a lot of sweat and body oil production during sex, so it can cause acne, says obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Divya Vora.

As is known, during intense sexual activity, the sweat gland produces a lot of sweat. There is a lot of sebum production, and if sweat lasts a long time it can cause acne.

The use of lubricant oil or cream can also trigger acne. This can happen because your skin may not be suitable for these various products, thus providing room for acne to develop.

In addition, sexual intercourse is also an activity that requires various touches. These touches can also interfere with skin health.

There is a lot of facial friction against different parts of the body. The face rubs with your partner's hair, and maybe the hair products you wear don't match your skin," he added.

However, there is no need to worry because acne that appears after sexual activity can be overcome. If acne appears on the face, then you can overcome it by using skincare products that match the skin.

To treat acne in an intimate area, you can use warm water and soft soap without fragrance. Then use cotton feed, compress with warm water, or use oles acne medication, and if it doesn't disappear, then check yourself with a doctor.