What Causes Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. This blockage leads to the development of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and in more severe cases, cysts. Hormonal changes, particularly during puberty, pregnancy, or menstruation, can trigger an increase in oil production, making acne more likely to occur. Other contributing factors include stress, certain medications, and using oil-based skincare products. While acne is most prevalent among teenagers, it can affect people of all ages. Environmental factors like humidity and pollution can also worsen acne symptoms by irritating the skin. Additionally, genetics play a significant role, meaning that if your parents had acne, you might be more prone to developing it. Certain foods, such as those high in sugar and dairy, may also contribute to breakouts for some individuals. Poor skincare habits, like not removing makeup before bed, can further aggravate acne. For best results, a comprehensive approach that includes proper skincare, a balanced diet, and lifestyle adjustments is essential in managing and preventing acne.
What Is Acne Cosmetica?
Using high quality mineral makeup instead of cheaper supermarket brands can also play a big role in reducing your chances of developing acne cosmetica.
Need help managing your acne? Get in touch with our experienced group of therapists at Victorian Cosmetic & Dermal Clinics (VC Dermal Clinics) Melbourne at one of our 2 locations – Berwick, Camberwell
Types Of Acne
Did you know that there are a number of different types of acne? These include:
Whiteheads
Blackheads
Papules
Pustules
Nodules
Cysts
Best Acne Treatments
The professional team at VC Dermal Clinics can effectively treat your acne regardless of how severe the inflammation. Whether these are blackheads, breakouts, congestion or acne, we have an effective solution that is medically sound and provides visible results.
Lira Clinical Peels
Chemical peels target bacteria and lift away impurities which lead to the formation of congestion and breakouts. Lira Clinical peels contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs), perfect for decongesting pores, clearing blemishes and resurfacing the skin’s texture. Regular Chemical peels can also aid in-regulating sebum / oil production, increasing cellular turnover, fighting p.acne bacteria and managing and healing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Laser Correction Facial
Our Laser Correction Facial Treatment utilises Q-switch laser technology. The rapid speed of the laser combined with a high repetition rate causes vibration in the skin which helps to eliminate impurities and stimulate collagen. The 1064 nm wavelength specifically targets the deeper layers of the skin to eliminate impurities whilst providing a safe treatment for all skin types.
Laser Correction Facials are especially effective for black head removal/expulsion, elimination of oil, while also tightening and reducing pore size. This treatment can also be combined with Microdermabrasion as an Advanced Laser Correction Facial for maximum results.
Low Intensity Laser Therapy
Low Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT) utilises 3B cold laser technology, which stimulates cell production by emitting various light wavelengths, triggering a variety of healing, regenerating, stimulating and corrective responses. These responses stabilise and normalise skin function with no heat, discomfort or downtime.
For the treatment of Acne, the beam effectively reaches under the skin’s surface and targets the inflammation, promoting your own body’s natural healing and restoring a healthy balance of bacteria and oils.
Omnilux LED Light Therapy
LED light therapy is an ideal treatment for acne, with an optimal treatment plan including a synergistic combination of blue light and red light therapy. Blue light works to stimulate porphyrins (compounds found in acne-causing bacteria) which then generates a controlled amount of free radicals which work to destroy acne bacteria. Red light triggers an immune response in the skin that helps to regenerate cells and help with skin healing.
For best results we recommend a course of 9 treatments – every 48 hours, 3 times per week. LED treatment can also be used alongside microdermabrasion, chemical peels and laser facials to enhance, accelerate and intensify results.
Acne Skincare
Vitamin A
Acne is often caused when oil and dead skin cells congest and clog the pore. Vitamin A is an essential ingredient as it helps stimulate skin cell turnover to curb these blockages. Lira Clinical Pro Retinol Creme is a revolutionary resurfacing cream that contains a blend of Retinol, Hexylresorcinol, Resorcinol, Vitamin C, Mulberry Extract, and Arginine that work together to achieve a smooth and radiant skin tone.
The Acne Essentials Pack offers 4 different products that are proven to treat and prevent acne.
Mineral Makeup
For those with an excess oil flow, Mineral Makeup is especially beneficial as most oil-based makeup can be comedogenic (pore-clogging) and migrate into the pores of your skin, keeping pores congested. This results in Acne or Acne Cosmetica which can be avoided by switching to mineral make up. Here at VC Dermal we offer the exclusive Saint Minerals which is an ethically created clean beauty range with no-fragrance, no synthetics and no parabens.
Lira Clinical ICE Range
Lira Clinical have an entire range dedicated to the treatment of acne. The unique blend of anti-inflammatory, brightening and redness reducing ingredients combined with Lira’s exclusive healing peptide delivery system are designed to balance the skin’s microbiome while optimising skin health though topical probiotic technology.
Professional Results for Improved Skin Health
Since 2005 Victorian Cosmetic Dermal Clinics has been transforming the lives of our clients by providing results-driven laser and skin treatments for acne and many other skin conditions.
Contact us today to book your consultation with one of our skin specialists.
Available Treatments
Chemical Peels
Omnilux LED Therapy
Laser Facial / Carbon Laser Peel
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