You wake up to find a cluster of angry bumps on your chin, and you wonder what could have caused them. Was it the food you ate, a new skincare product, or something else entirely?
Chin breakouts can be tender, red, and shiny, and they often demand attention. But what if they're trying to tell you something you've been missing?
It's a Tuesday on the District line when I notice it: the low ache where a chin spot lives before it erupts.
The author shares a personal experience of noticing a chin breakout and the temptation to pick at it, highlighting the common struggle with skin issues.
A chance encounter with a woman on the train who gestures discreetly at her own jawline sparks a moment of solidarity, showing that many people can relate to the frustration of sudden breakouts.
Author's summary: Sudden chin breakouts can be a sign of underlying issues.