Comprehensive Acne Treatment
Struggling with acne? Our expert dermatologists offer personalised acne treatment plans that cater to your skin. From topical treatments to advanced therapy sessions, we're here to help.
Our acne treatments
We offer a wide range of care options for acne, including topical, oral, and therapy treatments. Whilst topical treatments are the most common and our go-to for standard acne, we may suggest other options if these do not work or are not applicable to you.
Topical treatments for acne
Our topical treatments include medicated creams, gels, and lotions that reduce inflammation, kill bacteria, and unclog pores.
Here are some topical treatments we use to combat acne:
Benzoyl peroxide
Benzoyl peroxide is a common topical treatment we administer for acne. This functions as an antiseptic to reduce bacteria on the skin whilst reducing inflammation.
Retinoids
Retinoids prevent clogged pores, affect cell turnover and decrease oil production, influencing the skin microbiome. This can come in a varying strength and is tailored to the severity of acne.
Oral treatments for acne
For more severe acne, oral medications may be necessary. These treatments work from within to tackle deeper inflammation, sebaceous gland over activity or hormonal imbalances.
Common treatments include:
Antibiotics
Antibiotics can be useful in treating acne and helps to reduce inflammation.
Oral isotretinoin
Oral isotretinoin is a retinoid taken by the mouth. Similarly to the topical retinoids, it is a stronger medication that we tend to use for a range of acne either not responding to standard treatments, severe acne and acne prone to scarring, if other options do not work.
Birth control pills
Birth control pills (and other hormonal treatments) can also be used to treat acne as they help to reduce androgens. These are hormones that cause excess oil in the skin which leads to acne.
Spironolactone
Spironolactone can be used in female patients, particularly those that have cyclical acne or acne around the mouth and jawline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Acne is caused by a combination of factors, including genetics, and environmental factors. Genetics and hormones can influence excess oil production in the skin and the turn over of epidermal cells that can lead to clogged pores. Blocked pores and excess oil can lead to change in the skin microbiome and bacterial overgrowth of certain strains of bacteria associated with acne. Medications, diet, and stress can also contribute to acne.
Some acne treatments may cause side effects such as dryness, redness, or irritation. Oral medications can have more serious side effects and should be monitored by a healthcare professional. Our dermatologists will discuss potential side effects with you and how to manage them.
Yes, stress can trigger or worsen acne. Stress increases the production of hormones that stimulate oil production, which can lead to breakouts.
Improvement timelines vary based on the treatment and individual skin response. Generally, noticeable changes can occur within 2-3 months, but some treatments may take longer to show significant results.
You can book an appointment by calling us directly on 01273 077222 or using the booking button on this page.