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Acne treatment in Warrington

Find your solution to your acne. Our acne specialists will create a personalised treatment plan for your acne, to improve and control your symptoms.

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is one of the most widespread and chronic skin conditions, yet one of the least . As the leading in the UK, we treat thousands of clients every year, managing and improving their and helping them to in their skin.

The type of you have – and if it is mild, moderate or severe – determines whether you will be by a dermatologist, nurse or medical practitioner, who will create a treatment plan that is best for you. Book a consultation with our experts to find a to your .

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Acne is caused when the hair follicles in your skin become or with bacteria, oil or dead skin. Each pore on your skin leads to a hair and sebaceous (oil) gland. These oil glands sebum (oil) which up the hair, through the pore and onto the surface of your skin. If the sebaceous gland over-produces oil or there is excess production of skin cells, this can cause a in the follicle, blocking pores, to bacteria growth and acne . Poor doesn’t cause acne, however, your skin daily and exfoliating weekly can help pores from .

There are several types of acne, which are acne cosmetic, acne mechanica, acne conglobta, acne, acne and steroid acne. The can present themselves in the form of closed (or whiteheads), open comedones (Blackheads (https://www.dhaestheticsclinic.com/)), pustules, papules, nodules and cysts.

Puberty and hormonal changes are the most common . Stress can also aggravate acne, as well as a poor diet, the skincare products you are using, or it could simply be down to . Women are much more likely to suffer from acne due to – this includes pregnancy, during your period, or if you suffer from Polycystic Syndrome (PCOS).

There is no definite cure for acne. Our aim is to and control your symptoms as best we can. Acne can sometimes take a long time to clear, so we’ll work with you and your symptoms to find the best course of treatment, but we do see some clients who see in just a few weeks.

Your doctor or nurse will assess your skin during your initial consultation to the right course of . This could include a series of such as , , . Sometimes, acne treatment could also include antibiotics or hormonal therapies (the oral contraceptive pill for women can often be effective to treat severe acne) before you progress onto treatments in a clinic. It’s important to that the acne at sk:n will prescribe a personalised course of treatment that works for you, your skin and the acne type you are with.

This will appear as a large number of papules and pustules on your face and possibly your chest and/or back. The and cysts will likely be painful and you could be at risk of scarring, therefore it is that you seek medical advice. Read more about .

During teenage years, it can often go away on its own. Adult acne is much less likely to clear, but this will always vary person to person and you should always be aware of the risk of scarring. So if you are concerned, always seek medical advice.

Acne is not caused by diet, but it can influence it. Diet can play a key factor in helping to prevent acne, by acne triggers or aggravators such as dairy and sugar, and adding highly nutritious and food to the skin’s to fight infection and heal itself. Some food choices include: whole grains, legumes, fruits like apricots, blueberries, tomatoes and red grapes, and such as carrots, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, spinach and other dark green and leafy vegetables. Food containing zinc, A and E and antioxidants, such as quinoa, turkey, fish, oat milk and pumpkin seeds can also help the skin to fight acne.

Acne may not be preventable in many cases, but you should aim to look after your skin as best you can. Reviewing your skincare regimen at home, and finding the right for your skin type can help to remove surface grim and dead skin cells which can aggravate . can also play a key role in preventing acne, as dehydration can generate extra oils on your skin, ultimately, clogging your pores and new spots.

As the in skin, we want to make sure that not only does your plan give you the best results, but you can carry on caring for your skin at home after with a tailored skincare plan.

Your new skincare will ensure you see the best possible results from your professional in clinic.

Everyone’s skin is different and will require different products, especially if you have acne, but you can apply some simple general rules to choosing your skincare routine every day, all year round. Always include a product like acid or B5, an antioxidant like vitamin C to protect against free radicals, a vitamin A (i.e. retinol or retinoids) which is anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing, and a daily SPF for protection against UVA, UVB and HEV (or blue light).

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Ideal for those looking for an introduction to acids and vitamin A, or for young skin

 

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Great for chest and back acne

 

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For the skincare programme for your acne, speak to your expert at sk:n

Acne scars can be and seemingly permanent, but there are proven effective that diminish the appearance of acne . The best treatment for your skin will depend on the type of acne you have. Before you have treatment, a , nurse or acne practitioner should assess your acne scars and select the most appropriate treatment for you.

There are various types of acne scars; some may be red, purple or in colour due to a of melanin in the skin. If the area is red and is still inflamed and swollen, the acne is likely to still be active, so we would need to treat that before scarring. A will be able to advise you about effective treatments for active acne, which may help to minimise the risk of acne .

Usually, the reddish or brownish acne marks that are left behind after pimples clear up will fade with no need for treatment. However, severe acne can leave you with that does not always fade, and picking or acne can also increase the risk of scarring.

Some scarring may heal and go, depending on the severity. There are three types of scarring: ice pick scars (small deep holes), rolling scars (uneven skin) and boxcar scars (craters in the skin). There are several types of acne treatment at sk:n that we recommend, to stimulate the skin’s healing process and cell regeneration and collagen production; your doctor may , which, on the severity or location of your can be delivered by a senior practitioner, nurse or doctor. We also sometimes laser resurfacing with an experienced sk:n doctor or dermatologist, such as , , or Erbium Yag.

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