What is Acne?
Overactive sebaceous glands produce sebum, an oil which can lead to blockages in our follicles. These blockages can develop into swollen, tender inflammations or deeper lumps or nodules that can lead to infection. These nodules are associated with severe cases of acne. Although acne can present during adolescence, about 20% of all cases occur in adults. Acne commonly occurs during puberty.
Acne lesions are most common on the face, but they can also occur on the neck, chest, back, shoulders, and upper arms. Acne can be hereditary but can also be triggered by hormones, bacteria and debris. Hormones stimulate the production the overproduction of sebum and Bacteria feeds and grows with in the blocked follicle.
Luckily we have many skin treatment options that can help.
Characteristics
WHITEHEADS
Closed congested follicles
BLACKHEADS
Open congested follicles that oxidise resulting in a black head
PAPULES
Small red, tender bumps
PIMPLES OR PUSTULES
Papules with visible pus at the surface
NODULES
Large, solid, painful lumps beneath the surface of the skin
CYSTIC LESIONS
Painful, pus-filled lumps beneath the surface of the skin. We have many different options depending on the severity of the acne.
Treatment Options
BIOREPEEL
An innovative, and exclusive, treatment designed to target acne, acne scarring, congestion, enlarged pores, pigmentation and sun damage without the downtime associated with traditional deep chemical peels.
BioRePeelCl₃ is an innovative treatment that has bio-stimulating, revitalising and exfoliating actions indicated for the face, neck, decolletage and the delicate intimate area with a 35% concentration of Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) as the main ingredient.
Traditional TCA peels are medium-deep depth and come with downtime of peeling, redness and skin sensitivity.
BioRePeelCl₃ is different. It’s formulation allows the active ingredients to penetrate through your skin barrier without disrupting it, adding antioxidant protection and hydration while targeting pigment, redness, acne and sun damage.
PRIN LYMPHATIC ENZYME THERAPY
DERMALUX LED LIGHT THERAPY
Dermalux uses unique combinations of clinically proven Blue, Red and Near Infrared wavelengths to boost collagen production, increase hydration, calm redness and irritation and blitz blemish causing bacteria. As the light triggers a whole cascade of skin enhancing processes, the benefits continue even after the treatment has finished.
Blemish fighting blue light destroys the bacteria which causes spots and improves skin clarity without irritation. It also has a calming effect for problem skin conditions.
PUMPKIN ENZYME PEEL WITH MICRODERMABRASION & LED LIGHT THERAPY
Our Pumpkin Enzyme Peel is formulated with a perfect balance of over 100 beneficial nutrients and antioxidants. This peel will help increase skins elasticity, remove dull and dead skin leaving it with a healthy and youthful glow along with evening out complexion and reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation and acne.
MICRODERMABRASION WITH DERMALUX LED LIGHT THERAPY
Microdermabrasion can significantly improve the skin’s appearance by removing unwanted dead skin cells. Acne breakouts can be greatly reduced, and improve the overall facial area, revealing smoother, younger and more hydrated skin. These benefits of Microdermabrasion result in youthful skin that’s smooth and rejuvenated, reducing the appearance of acne, wrinkles, fine lines and a wide range of other skin concerns.
HYDRAFACIAL
A HydraFacial is a medical-grade cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration of your facial skin. The procedure uses a painless technique called hydrodermabrasion.
This can reduce fine lines, acne scars, and uneven skin texture.
In hydrodermabrasion, instead of blasting away the outer layer of skin, a gentler approach vacuums out the pores with saturating the skin with potent active nutrients to brighten, moisturise, plump, and protect the delicate layers of your face. The hand piece on the hydrodermabrasion machine has tiny spiralised treatment types with vortex tips to smooth and suck away impurities, cleanse, cool, and hydrate.
AHA SKIN CORRECT PEEL WITH DERMALUX LED LIGHT THERAPY
Reveals new healthy luminous skin. Breaks down built-up stratum corneum (dead skin cells) leaving the skin feeling soft & hydrated with a firm & plumped appearance.