I keep getting acne lately. Is there a limit to how much I can manage it on my own? ㅠㅠ

Lately, I've been really stressed out because of my skin... ㅠㅠ In the past, I would get one or two pimples that would go away quickly, but recently, the acne keeps recurring.

Especially on my chin and cheeks, just as one disappears, another pops up in a different spot, and the marks linger for a long time, so I get self-conscious every time I look in the mirror. Since it doesn't cover up cleanly even with makeup, I feel a bit less confident when meeting people.

I've tried switching to a cleanser that's supposed to be good and using gentle skincare products, but I haven't noticed any significant changes as much as I expected haha. I'm actually starting to wonder if changing products too often is actually worse.

Many people around me suggest visiting a dermatologist, but I've also seen posts saying that my skin can improve just by taking care of it on my own, so I keep hesitating. I'm also worried about wasting money if it doesn't work.

Is there anyone out there who suffered from acne for a long time like me before seeing improvement? I'm curious whether dermatological treatment was really helpful, or if your skin improved significantly with just lifestyle changes or home care.

Please feel free to share any care methods that worked for you or any tips you would recommend. I’m leaving this post because I think hearing experiences would be more helpful than worrying alone.