I'm thinking about visiting a dermatologist because of my acne. When did you all go to the clinic?

Lately, I feel like I'm getting acne much more often than before, so I'm starting to wonder if I should visit a dermatologist.

It used to naturally subside over time, but lately it keeps recurring, and even when it goes away, the red marks linger for a long time, so there are hardly any days when my skin looks clear...

I am trying my best to be mindful of my health at home. I am trying to cut down on staying up late, drinking water frequently, and eating less spicy food than before. However, I haven't noticed any significant changes, which is a bit frustrating.

Sometimes I wonder if I should start dermatology treatment sooner, but I’ve heard so many times that once you start, you have to go consistently, so I can't easily make a decision.

If anyone else started visiting a dermatologist after struggling with acne like I did, I’m curious to know how long it took you to see results. Conversely, I’d also like to hear stories from those who saw significant improvement through consistent home care.

Rather than just trying this and that on my own, I’d like to get some opinions from those who have actual experience. If there are any care tips that were helpful or treatments you’d like to recommend, please feel free to leave a comment!!