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What it is
Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. It often results in blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, nodules, or cysts, typically appearing on the face, chest, back, and shoulders. Acne can range from mild to severe and may lead to inflammation, redness, and scarring.
Causes
Understanding the causes of acne can help in managing and preventing breakouts. Here are some key factors:
- Hormonal Changes: Fluctuations in hormones, especially during puberty, pregnancy, or menstruation, can trigger acne.
- Excess Oil Production: Overactive sebaceous glands can produce too much oil, clogging pores.
- Bacteria: The presence of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) bacteria in the skin can lead to inflammation and breakouts.
- Diet and Lifestyle: High-glycemic diets, stress, and poor skincare habits can exacerbate acne.
- Genetics: A family history of acne can increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Signs and Symptoms
Understanding the symptoms of acne and the severity of your skin condition is essential for early intervention and treatment. Common symptoms include:
- Blackheads and Whiteheads: Non-inflammatory clogged pores; blackheads are open, while whiteheads are closed.
- Pimples: Inflamed, red bumps with white pus at their tips.
- Nodules: Large, painful lumps beneath the skin caused by deep inflammation.
- Cyst:Â Severe, inflamed, pus-filled lumps beneath the skin.
- Scarring:Â Depressions or raised areas left after acne heals, often following severe inflammation.
Skincare tips
Preventing acne involves adopting healthy skincare and lifestyle habits. Here are some tips to help keep your skin clear:
- Gentle Cleansing: Wash your face twice daily with a gentle cleanser to remove excess oil and dirt.
- Regular Exfoliation: Chemical exfoliation helps prevent the buildup of dead skin cells, preventing the formation of new breakouts.
- Sun Protection: Use non-comedogenic sunscreen to protect your skin from UV damage.
- Avoid Picking: Refrain from picking or squeezing pimples to prevent scarring.
- Healthy Diet: Maintain a balanced diet low in refined sugars and high in antioxidants.
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Our comprehensive approach to treating acne and breakouts
At Medix Skincare, we understand the impact that acne and acne scarring can have on your skin health. Our approach blends advanced treatments with personalised care for optimal results.
Customised Treatment Plans: We tailor each plan to your skin type, condition, and acne severity for targeted and effective care.
Combination Therapies: We may combine different modalities, including HydraFacial, chemical peels, radiofrequency microneedling, and laser skin rejuvenation, to enhance the results.
Holistic Care: We believe in a holistic approach, offering topical treatments, proper skincare routines, and lifestyle advice to support clear, healthy skin.
Aftercare Support: Your dermal clinician will provide continuous support and guidance throughout your treatment journey.
How we treat acne
At Medix Skincare, we offer a variety of treatments designed to address acne and acne scarring. These treatments are tailored to your specific needs to ensure optimal results:
Chemical peels
Chemical peels exfoliate dead skin cells, clear clogged pores, and reduce inflammation and bacteria. They promote new skin growth and collagen production, improving texture, reducing acne scars, and enhancing overall clarity.
Hydrafacial
A multi-step treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates the skin. It removes impurities and dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and infuses the skin with moisturising serums. HydraFacial helps reduce acne breakouts and improves overall skin health.
Laser Skin Rejuvenation
Laser treatment addresses inflammation and bacteria to help manage active acne and improve acne scars. Focused light targets affected areas, effectively reducing pigmentation and texture irregularities caused by acne.
Radiofrequency Microneedling
RF microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin using tiny needles and radiofrequency energy, targeting deeper layers and delivering amazing results. This process helps reduce active acne, improve skin texture, lessen acne scars, and diminish overall imperfections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
HydraFacial cleanses impurities, exfoliates dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and infuses the skin with nourishing serums. This process helps reduce breakouts and enhances overall skin health.
Chemical peels exfoliate the top layers of the skin, reducing inflammation and bacterial colonisation. They promote new cell growth and collagen production, helping to diminish acne lesions, minimise scarring, and improve skin texture and tone.
Radiofrequency microneedling treats acne and scars by creating micro-injuries to stimulate collagen and elastin production. This process improves skin texture, reduces scars, and tightens the skin for a smoother appearance.time.
Yes, Laser Skin Rejuvenation targets acne scars by delivering focused light to the affected areas. It breaks down scar tissue and stimulates the production of new, healthy skin cells, effectively reducing the appearance of both pigmentation and texture irregularities.
The frequency of treatments depends on the severity of your acne and your response to the treatment. Typically, treatments are recommended every 4-6 weeks. Your practitioner will develop a personalized treatment schedule for you.
Depending on your skin condition, your practitioner will create a treatment plan that incorporates the best combination for your skin.
Maintaining good personal hygiene, following a healthy diet rich in vegetables and free from processed or fast foods, limiting dairy intake, managing stress, and adhering to a skincare routine recommended by your therapist can all help effectively manage acne.
All treatments can be customised for different skin types. It’s important to begin with a consultation, where we can assess your skin and recommend the most suitable and safe treatment options for you.
Results can vary; however, most clients notice an improvement in their skin’s appearance after a few sessions. Consistency with treatments and following aftercare instructions are key to achieving the best results.
Side effects are generally minimal and can include temporary redness, swelling, and sensitivity. These effects typically subside within a few hours to a few days.Â
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