Common Concerns: Acne / Pimples
About Acne / Pimples
A common skin concern that can affect people at any stage of life, acne occurs when excess oil and dead skin cells clog the pores. The sebaceous glands naturally produce oil to keep the skin hydrated and protected, but when this process is disrupted, it can lead to breakouts.
Mild acne may appear as blackheads and whiteheads, while more severe cases can cause redness, inflammation, and raised blemishes due to blocked follicles and bacteria on the skin’s surface. Managing acne effectively requires the right combination of professional treatments and a tailored skincare routine. Our expert Therapists can assess your skin and recommend the best solutions to help you achieve a clearer, healthier complexion.
Signs of Acne / Pimples
Forms when a pore becomes clogged with oil and dead skin cells, and the surface remains open, causing the content to oxidise and appear dark.
Appears when a pore becomes clogged with oil and dead skin cells, but the surface remains closed, trapping the material inside and creating a small, white bump.
Papules are small, red, inflamed bumps that occur when clogged pores become irritated and inflamed due to bacterial activity, but do not contain visible pus.
Pustules are red, swollen bumps with a white or yellow centre filled with pus, caused by inflammation from bacteria multiplying in clogged pores.
Causes of Acne / Pimples
Acne often begins with hormonal changes, such as those during puberty, menstruation, or pregnancy.
These hormones stimulate the skin’s oil glands to produce excess sebum (oil). When sebum combines with a buildup of dead skin cells, it can clog pores and create an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive.
As the bacteria multiply, the skin responds with inflammation, leading to red, swollen, and sometimes pus-filled breakouts.
Factors like stress, diet, and skincare habits can further influence this process and worsen acne over time.
Our Treatments for Acne / Pimples
Using the advanced Observ Skin Analysis technology, we can get to know your skin on a deeper level, identify your underlying concerns and let’s create a treatment and skincare plan for your best skin yet!
Our MediPeel treatments help clear congested skin by removing built-up dead skin cells and deeply cleansing pores, reducing the appearance of acne, enlarged pores, and scarring.
Microdermabrasion removes excess oil and dead skin build-up, and also includes extractions to deeply cleanse the pores, reducing the appearance of acne breakouts.
Uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating collagen production and skin renewal. These microchannels also allow oxygen into the affected pore, killing the acne-causing bacteria.
The active ingredients of the MesoInfus Clear Serum help to enhance the overall benefits by refining, decongesting, repairing & reducing inflamed congested skin.
LED Blue Light Therapy kills bacteria on the epidermis by stimulating oxygen production which helps with overall visibility of acne, pustules & breakouts for smooth, silky skin.
Lumixa is a non-invasive treatment that uses a photoconverting gel and light therapy to stimulate the skin’s natural repair process. It helps reduce inflammation, combat signs of ageing, and improve overall skin health, without any downtime. By boosting collagen, the treatment also improves skin density and creates a plumping effect, while refining texture, minimising pore size, and supporting the healing of acne scarring.
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Acne / Pimple FAQs
Acne occurs when excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria clog pores, leading to inflammation. Hormonal changes, stress, diet, and genetics can also play a role.
Yes, stress triggers hormonal changes that can increase oil production, leading to breakouts. While stress alone doesn’t cause acne, it can make existing acne worse.
No, acne can develop on the back, chest, shoulders, and even the neck due to excess oil, sweat, and friction from clothing.
Genetics, hormone levels, skin type, and lifestyle factors all contribute to whether someone develops acne. Some people naturally produce more oil or have a higher sensitivity to hormonal changes.
Mild acne may clear up without treatment, but persistent or severe acne often requires skincare adjustments, professional treatments, or medical intervention.
Some post-acne marks may fade naturally, but deeper scars often require treatments like chemical peels or microneedling to improve skin texture.
A consistent skincare routine, using non-comedogenic products, maintaining a balanced diet, managing stress, and seeking professional treatments can all help minimise breakouts.
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