Acne doesn’t care how old you are. It doesn’t care if you’ve already been through the awkward teenage years, finished university, climbed the corporate ladder, or are juggling deadlines while packing school lunches.
If you’re a mum who’s still battling breakouts—maybe the hormonal ones that flare up around your cycle or the deep, cystic ones that refuse to go away—we see you. And if your teenage daughter is now starting to face the same challenges, you’re not just fighting for your skin anymore—you’re fighting for hers too.
Welcome to acne.org.za. This is your safe space. 💕
You’ve Tried It All… Haven’t You?
Maybe you’ve:
- Been on Roaccutane—and while it helped short-term, it left your skin dry, flaky, or sensitive.
- Tried harsh topicals and cleansers that only made things worse.
- Covered up breakouts for years with makeup because you never felt confident without it.
You’ve spent money. You’ve felt frustration. You’ve probably blamed yourself more times than you can count. And now, watching your daughter begin the same journey—seeing her confidence take a knock, cancelling sleepovers, turning away from mirrors—it brings back everything.
The truth is, acne isn’t about poor hygiene or bad habits. And it doesn’t need to be treated with products that burn, strip, or leave scars behind.
There’s a Kinder Way to Treat Acne—for Both of You
At acne.org.za, we believe in gentle yet effective skincare designed especially for mums and daughters like you. Our products work with your skin, not against it. They’re made to soothe hormonal inflammation, reduce breakouts, and rebuild a healthy skin barrier—without the harsh side effects of prescription medication.
Because we know that healing acne isn’t just physical—it’s emotional too.
Your New Skin Ritual (Together)
Imagine this:
A quiet Sunday evening. You and your daughter, side by side, doing a gentle facial at home. No shame. No comparison. Just connection and care.
Our At-Home Acne Facial is the perfect routine to start:
- Cleanse: Begin with our Acne.org.za Cleanse – Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser to gently exfoliate and prepare the skin.
- Calm: Spritz with our Acne.org.za Calming Mist – Hypochlorous Acid to soothe and hydrate.
- Maintain: Apply our Acne.org.za Maintain – Glycolic Acid 10% Resurfacing Gel to exfoliate and renew.
- Hydrate: Use our Acne.org.za Hydrate – Hydrating Recovery Gel to nourish and moisturize.
- Protect: If doing this in the morning, finish with our Acne.org.za Sun Protect – Mineral SPF to shield your skin from harmful UV rays.
This isn’t just skincare. It’s self-care and bonding in one.
No Time? Let Us Help You Prioritise Self-Care
As a busy mum, finding time for self-care can be challenging. That’s why we’ve partnered with trusted salons to offer professional acne skincare facials:
Lucent Skin and Beauty – Wynberg, Cape Town

- Address: 17 Wolfe Street, Chelsea Village, Wynberg, Cape Town, 7800
- Phone: +27 21 761 0759
- Instagram: @lucentskinandbeauty.cpt
Bellezza Health and Skincare Clinic – Stellenbosch

- Address: Protea Hotel Stellenbosch and Conference Centre, Techno Avenue, Techno Park, Stellenbosch, 7600
- Phone: +27 83 530 4083
- Website: bellezzaskincareclinic.com
These salons are trained in using acne.org.za products and understand the unique needs of acne-prone skin. Booking a facial can be a convenient way to care for your skin without adding to your busy schedule.
Here’s What We Want You to Know:
✨ You are not alone. So many mums are still dealing with adult acne—you’re not the only one.
✨ Your daughter needs support, not solutions. Your empathy means more than a miracle product ever could.
✨ You both deserve to feel confident. Whether it’s boardroom meetings or school hallways, clear, calm skin can change how you show up in the world.
Ready to Begin?
If you’re looking for products that are:
✅ Non-irritating
✅ Backed by science and real experience
✅ Designed for both teen skin and hormonal adult acne
✅ Created right here in South Africa