Acne

Acne Treatment | Jessica Skin Clinic, Bishops Waltham

What is Acne?

Acne is a skin condition affecting many people at some point in their lives. Acne is caused by the pores and follicles becoming blocked. This can happen due to an overproduction of Sebum oil, hormone imbalance, growth of P.Acnes bacteria and a fast cellular turnover which causes a thickening of the skin. All of these things cause inflammation as well as transepidermal water loss leading to acne. Acne can present itself on the face and body and can sometimes be painful to touch.

Please get in touch to book an acne treatment at our luxury skin and aesthetics clinic in Bishops Waltham.

Types of Acne

There are 6 main types of spot caused by acne:

  • blackheads – small black or yellowish bumps that develop on the skin; they're not filled with dirt, but are black because the inner lining of the hair follicle produces colour

  • whiteheads – have a similar appearance to blackheads, but may be firmer and will not empty when squeezed

  • papules – small red bumps that may feel tender or sore

  • pustules – similar to papules, but have a white tip in the centre, caused by a build-up of pus

  • nodules – large hard lumps that build up beneath the surface of the skin and can be painful

  • cysts – the most severe type of spot caused by acne; they're large pus-filled lumps that look similar to boils and carry the greatest risk of causing permanent scarring

Acne treatments

Hydrafacial®

HydraFacials are the perfect treatment to really get the gunk out of your skin, thus preventing breakouts by keeping the pores clear of oil and surface debris.

Chemical Peels

By having regular Chemical Peels, you are promoting your skin’s overall health. We recommend our DÉCAAR Algae Peel or a salicylic based peel for treating Acne.

Skinpen® Microneedling

Microneedling treatments are extremely effective at treating active Acne by promoting wound healing, as well as Acne scarring and reducing pore size.

Dermalux® LED

For Acne, the Dermalux Blue Light LED Phototherapy targets the bacteria to help kill it and therefore reduce breakouts and enhance the skins clarity.

Customised Skincare

A bespoke skincare regime using our medical-grade products can be extremely effective at treating Acne. Consistency and patience are key, as results may not be immediate but a well-maintained routine will help to achieve clear and healthy skin long term.

Skin Health Supplements

Our Advanced Nutrition Acne supplements are a great way to tackle acne from within, including stabilising gut health. Get clearer skin from the inside out with nourishing and revitalising ingredients.