Part 1: Introduction – Fighting Severe Acne

Since her teenage years, Maria had suffered from particularly persistent and severe acne. It wasn’t just a few pimples, but a veritable “crisis” on her face, neck, and sometimes back. Every morning, she looked at herself in the mirror anxiously, fearing new inflammation and emerging scars, which she saw as an obstacle on her path to happiness.

Her reflection reminded her daily of her insecurities and doubts, preventing her from smiling genuinely in front of loved ones or in public. She avoided photos and mirrors, and only went out wearing heavy makeup. Sadness and despair gradually took hold of her heart.

However, Maria never lost hope that one day this battle against her skin would end. She dreamed of change, of a life where she could look at herself in the mirror without pain or fear. Her story seemed endless, but a small glimmer of hope was beginning to grow within her.