PCOS and Your Skin: Why Hormones Drive Acne, Hair and Dark Patches
28 June 2026 11 min read 574 views 0
PCOS raises androgens and insulin resistance, driving jawline acne, excess hair, scalp thinning and dark skin patches together.
Key takeaways
- PCOS raises androgens and often insulin resistance, both of which directly affect skin and hair.
- PCOS acne classically concentrates along the jawline and resists standard over-the-counter treatment.
- Dark, velvety neck and underarm patches (acanthosis nigricans) signal underlying insulin resistance.
- Combining hormonal treatment with targeted topical care gives more durable results than skincare alone.
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