Whilst we usually associate acne with puberty, it is actually a condition that can affect anybody well into adulthood. Unfortunately, acne can sometimes leave permanent scarring on the skin, which can impact your self-confidence. In this blog, we will look at ways in which to treat the condition and specific acne scar treatments to help manage your condition.
Now, the first thing we recommend is seeking a trained professional who will be able to identify any possible triggers, assess your overall skin health, and recommend an acne scar treatment that combats both the breakout and subsequent scarring.
Before looking at acne scar treatment, let’s first address what causes acne to help you understand your skin. Acne develops when sebum and dead skin cells block the hair follicles causing bacteria to accumulate. It is this bacterium that triggers infection and may result in breakouts on the surface of the skin.
Acne may appear as a couple of spots in specific areas or more severe breakouts that cover the surface of the skin. These breakouts can form blackheads, whiteheads, red lumps (papules), or pus-filled spots which can cause scarring.
Most commonly, acne affects areas on the body with larger oil glands, including the face, back, and even neck. Now, several factors can trigger acne breakouts and it is important to address any issues when looking at acne scar treatment.
Common acne causes include:
- Hormonal change
- Genetics
- Lifestyle
- Skincare/ makeup
- Environmental factors including sun damage
If you are struggling with acne scarring, there are a number of treatment solutions that can help you. Here at Skin NV, we understand how frustrating it can be and have developed a range of bespoke 6-step treatment package to address and combat your concerns as well as support your overall skin health.
We firmly believe that combination treatments are the most effective method of treatment when it comes to acne scarring. Combination treatments can penetrate the skin, target acne, and help to minimize scarring for a clearer, more radiant complexion. Before you begin treatment with us, we will invite you in for a consultation, and following a full skin examination, we will advise which steps will benefit you to help you on your journey.
Potential steps include:
Micro-infusion treatments – These deliver targeted active ingredients, including vitamins to the deeper layers of skin to promote skin health from the inside, and out.
LED Therapy – This helps to target any inflammation and helps to boost the skin’s response to treatment.
Collagen Induction Therapy – This helps to stimulate new collagen production within the skin to improve overall skin quality and address scarring.
Chemical exfoliation treatments – These are used to remove dead or damaged skin cells, including pigment cells from the outer layers of the skin, and help to draw bacteria from the pores.
Skincare – This step introduces at-home medical-grade skincare to support your treatment and maintain your results. We will advise how to use each product effectively.
For more information on acne scar treatment, or to book a consultation, contact Skin NV.
