Acne vulgaris is a common condition among young people affecting body image. Despite being benign, its impact may be underestimated necessitating holistic treatment.

This study aimed to determine the relationship between quality of life (QoL) and acne severity, and its association to demographic characteristics in young people with acne vulgaris. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 75 patients with acne vulgaris aged 10 24 years seen at a tertiary hospital in the Philippines. Patients completed a self-administered questionnaire, the Cardiff Indeks ng Kapansanan nang may Tigyawat (CIKT), and were assessed using the Global Acne Grading System (GAGS). Statistical analysis examined correlations between acne severity, QoL and demographic factors.

The 75 participants recruited were mainly female, aged 19-24 with monthly family incomes between 9,520 and 43,828 pesos. Many had acne for over three years and were self assessed as moderate. On evaluation, most were classified as having mild acne with moderate QoL impairment. Data analysis revealed a moderate positive correlation between acne severity and QoL, indicating that with increased acne severity, the more significant patients’ QoL scores were affected. Self-evaluation and sex were linked to acne severity, with acne self-evaluation showing a statistical significance in relation to QoL. No significance was seen with sex and QoL

A personalized treatment is essential for young patients with acne vulgaris. Factors such as acne severity, self-evaluation, sex and the quality of life should be considered to address the impact of acne on patients’ lives.