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Fight breakouts and blemishes with personalised acne treatments.

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What is Acne

Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria, leading to inflammation and breakouts. It often presents as blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, or cysts and typically appears on the face, chest, back, and shoulders.

Acne can range from mild to severe and may cause redness, swelling, and, in some cases, long-term scarring.

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What causes acne and what are its triggers?
  • Excess oil production – Overactive sebaceous glands can clog pores and lead to breakouts.
  • Blocked pores – A build-up of oil and dead skin cells can cause blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples.
  • Bacteria on the skin – Acne-causing bacteria (Cutibacterium acnes) can inflame blocked pores.
  • Hormonal changes – Fluctuations during puberty, menstrual cycles, pregnancy, or conditions like PCOS often contribute to acne.
  • Diet and lifestyle – High-glycaemic foods, dairy, stress, and lack of sleep may worsen breakouts.
  • Skincare and cosmetics – Heavy or pore-clogging products can contribute to acne flare-ups.
Common Signs and Symptoms of Acne

Acne can appear in various ways, and understanding the signs early can help manage it effectively. Typically, it starts with clogged pores, which may lead to blackheads and whiteheads. Over time, these can develop into inflamed pimples, pustules, or cysts.

You might also notice redness, swelling, and tenderness around affected areas, often on the face, chest, and back. In some cases, acne can leave behind scarring or dark marks after the spots heal. Additionally, oily skin and increased sebum production often accompany these symptoms.

By recognising these signs and acting promptly, you can choose the right treatments to support healthier, clearer skin.

How can I prevent acne?

Preventing acne starts with understanding your skin and following simple daily habits. While hormones and genetics play a role, you can take steps to keep your skin clear and healthy.

  • Cleanse gently twice daily to remove dirt and oil without stripping your skin.
  • Exfoliate carefully to prevent clogged pores, but avoid overdoing it.
  • Use non-comedogenic products like moisturisers, sunscreen, and makeup that won’t block pores.
  • Maintain a balanced diet by focusing on whole foods, staying hydrated, and limiting sugar and processed foods.
  • Avoid touching your face, as hands carry bacteria that can trigger breakouts.
  • Manage stress, since it can affect hormones and contribute to acne.
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How We Treat Acne & Breakouts at Medix Skincare Melbourne

Your journey to clearer skin at Medix starts with a personalised consultation. We carefully assess your skin, medical history, lifestyle, previous treatments, and current home-care routine. This helps us understand the underlying causes of your acne and breakouts, so we can create a customised treatment plan that is safe, effective, and tailored to your skin.

We then use combination treatments to target multiple concerns at once. Options like chemical peels, RF microneedling, and laser therapy work together to reduce active acne, minimise scarring, and improve overall skin health. By combining these treatments, you can achieve smoother, clearer, and more radiant skin faster.

Support beyond the clinic is equally important. We provide guidance on the right home-care routine, recommend professional skincare products, and share practical lifestyle tips to maintain and enhance your results.

Finally, we offer ongoing care and plan adjustments. We closely monitor your progress and modify your treatment plan as your skin improves, ensuring you continue to achieve clear, healthy, and glowing skin.

Start your journey to clearer, healthier skin in Melbourne—book your personalised consultation today!

Explore Our Price List & Packages

HydraFacial

Single Session
Pack of 3
Pack of 6

Face

$240
$612
$1080

Face & Neck

$280
$714
$1260

Chemical Peel

Single Session
Pack of 3
Pack of 6

Face

$180
$486
$864

Face & Neck

$220
$594
$1056

Laser Treatments

Single Session
Pack of 3
Pack of 6

Face

$280
$756
$1344

Face & Neck

$350
$945
$1680

Skin Needling

Single Session
Pack of 3
Pack of 6

Face

$350
$892.5
$1312.5

Face & Neck

$500
$1125
$1875

Radiofrequency Microneedling

Single Session
Pack of 3

Face

$660
$1683

Face & Neck

$880
$2244

Best Treatments for Acne & Breakouts

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

​In our Melbourne skincare clinic, we utilise Variable Pulsed Light (VPL) to effectively manage active acne. By targeting inflammation and bacteria, VPL helps reduce acne symptoms and prevent future breakouts. This noninvasive acne treatment addresses pigmentation and texture irregularities, promoting a clearer and more even skin tone.

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.

Start your journey to clearer, healthier skin today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

HydraFacial uses a gentle suction and specialised serums to exfoliate dead skin cells and unclog pores. At the same time, it deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin, leaving it clearer, smoother, and more balanced.

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.

RF microneedling targets active acne and scars by creating micro-injuries and delivering RF energy, eliminating acne-causing bacteria, stimulating collagen, and smoothing skin for a clearer, healthier complexion.

Yes. It helps reduce active breakouts by targeting inflammation and bacteria beneath the skin while also stimulating collagen production to improve the appearance of acne scars. 

The frequency of acne treatments depends on your skin type, severity of breakouts, and the type of treatment used. In general, professional treatments such as HydraFacial, chemical peels, or laser therapy are recommended every 3 to 4 weeks for best results.

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.

Our treatments are tailored for all skin types. A consultation is the first step, allowing us to assess your skin and recommend the safest, most effective treatment plan for your needs.

 

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. 

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At Medix Skincare & Laser Clinic, a trusted Melbourne skin clinic, we provide personalised acne and breakout treatments to treat active blemishes, calm inflammation, prevent future breakouts, and promote long-term skin health. By combining expert skin assessment with Chemical Peels, HydraFacial, and advanced therapies, each treatment plan is customised to your skin type and lifestyle, ensuring safe and visible results. Book your consultation today and begin your journey to clearer, healthier skin.

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