Acne treatment

Treating a skin disease in which oil, bacteria and inflammation feed each other, using medication alongside procedures.

Treatment time: 15–40 min
Downtime: 0–3 days
Sessions: 4–12 sessions

How it works

Acne is a medical condition, not a cosmetic concern. Blocked pores, excess sebum, bacterial growth and inflammation form a chain, so treating one link alone invites relapse. Topical and oral medication reduce the causes while extraction and laser clear the lesions already there.

Used for

Inflammatory acne that keeps returning
Nodules and cysts that tend to scar
Oily skin that skincare alone cannot control

Cautions

Isotretinoin is absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy and requires contraception
Squeezing spots leaves scars and pigmentation
Improvement usually takes two to three months and may worsen briefly first

Aftercare

Cleanse twice a day with a gentle cleanser, no more
Use an oil-free moisturiser and sunscreen
Do not stop prescribed medication early because the skin looks better

General information only; it does not replace medical diagnosis or advice.