Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point. It causes spots, oily skin
and sometimes skin that's hot or painful to touch.
Types of Spots
There are 6 main types of spots 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
Common Causes
Acne is most commonly linked to the changes in hormone levels during puberty, but can start at any age.
Certain hormones cause the grease-producing glands next to hair follicles in the skin to produce larger amounts of oil (abnormal sebum).
This abnormal sebum changes the activity of a usually harmless skin bacterium called P. acnes, which becomes more aggressive and causes inflammation and pus.
The hormones also thicken the inner lining of the hair follicle, causing blockage of the pores. Cleaning the skin does not help to remove this blockage.
Don’t
Do not wash affected areas of skin more than twice a day. Frequent washing can irritate the skin and make symptoms worse.
Wash the affected area with a mild soap or cleanser and lukewarm water. Very hot or cold water can make acne worse.
Do not try to "clean out" blackheads or squeeze spots. This can make them worse and cause permanent scarring.
Avoid using too much make-up and cosmetics.
Avoid make-up, skincare, and suncare products that are oil-based (sometimes labeled “comedogenic”). Use water-based non-comedogenic products, as they’re less likely to block the pores in your skin.
Completely remove make-up before going to bed.
If dry skin is a problem, use a fragrance-free water-based emollient.
Regular exercise cannot improve your acne, but it can boost your mood and improve your self-esteem. Shower as soon as possible once you finish exercising as sweat can irritate your acne.
Wash your hair regularly and try to avoid letting your hair fall across your face.
Do
Focus on the spot treatment and balancing the skin, as well as making sure your other skincare needs are met.
Avoid “picking” or “squeezing” breakouts at home, which can result in more breakouts, scarring, or redness. Instead, see a professional skin therapist for an extraction.
Adult skin can lose its ability to retain moisture with age. Avoid over-drying skin by choosing products that contain less drying ingredients such as Salicylic Acid or Glycolic Acid to help remove dead skin cells, excess oil, and dirt, as well as Thymol and Terpineol to control bacteria.
If you’re combatting signs of skin aging, look for ingredients such as Niacinamide and Hexylresorcinol to help balance uneven skin tone. Retinol – a wrinkle-smoothing ingredient – can also help reduce the appearance of premature aging.
Dermalogica Products for Adult Acne
Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash 250ml - A non-drying acne cleanser from Dermalogica for dry, acne-prone skin.
Dermalogica Clear Start Micro-Pore Mist 118ml - The oil-reducing toner that refreshes skin
Dermalogica Clear Start Skin Soothing Hydrating Lotion - A lightweight moisturiser with skin-clearing benefits
Dermalogica Overnight Clearing Gel - An overnight spot treatment to nix zits while you sleep
Dermalogica mediBac Sebum Clearing Masque - An oil-reducing clay mask to purify skin
Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash - The antibacterial wash for clearing bacteria
Dermalogica Clear Start Blackhead Clearing Fizz Mask 50ml - The fun, fizzy pore-cleansing mask for blackheads
Skin Treatment consultation
15 minutes | Redeemable with products | 10% off for first purchase over £50 upon consultation
We will gather all the information we need about your skin prior to the virtual consultation. We will arrange a time to call you and talk about your skin, understand your skin care goals, recommend the right products for you and how best to use them.
We will contact you to arrange a time within 48 hours after receiving your order. Our preferred method of communication is a Whatsup video call or Zoom call but we understand some clients might prefer just a phone call.
15 mins · £15
Dermalogica Pro Power Peels
Pro Power Peel30 Treatment
£55 – 30min
The Dermalogica Pro Power Peel redefines the peel experience. Our strongest and fastest peel yet, the Pro Power Peel collection, features a full suite of peel products, including Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs). In this express 30-minute treatment, we will create a customised peel to instantly rejuvenate and refresh your skin. With a unique system of three different acids for a deep exfoliation personalised to you, it is ideal for targeting lines and wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, or breakouts.
*Patch test required before treatment.
Pro Power Peel60 Treatment
£85 – 60min
Want to experience a truly transformative treatment? This effective and customized 60-minute treatment combines our Pro Power Peel 30 treatment benefits with additional advanced techniques and technologies. Peel results are dramatically enhanced by a supplementary deep treatment process incorporating powerful IonActive Serum™, a customised masque, LED light therapy, and relaxing massage to ensure your skin is left clear, smooth, and glowing.
*Patch test required before treatment
Pro Power Eye Peel
£25 - 30 mins
Specially contoured to treat the undereye area and crow's feet, our new Pro Power Eye Peel is a concentrated eye patch that exfoliates and hydrates in a single step.
New Pro Power Eye Peel is a concentrated eye patch that brightens the undereye skin, helps even skin tone and texture, and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This powerful yet gentle eye peel features ingredients that encourage cell turnover – resulting in an epidermal renewal similar to Glycolic or Mandelic acid.
Dermalogica Products for Teen Acne
Clearly Matte Kit makes treating breakouts easy with a 3-step cleansing, toning and moisturising regimen, as well as Clear Start Breakout Clearing Booster to deliver real results.
The clearly matte kit works to deep clean and purify skin, clear breakouts fast and hydrate and defend against harmful UV rays without clogging pores.
This Clearly Matte Kit works to deep clean and purify skin, clear breakouts fast and hydrate, and defend against harmful UV rays without clogging pores.
The kit includes :
Breakout Clearing Booster
Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash
Clearing Defense SPF30
Hydrafacial for Acne
At a Glance
Duration of treatment: 30 minutes skin preparation Hydrafacial and 60 minutes bespoke medicated Hydrafacial
Anesthesia Required?: None
Contraindicated: Active skin infection, Anyone on Roaccutane (or finished a course less than 6 months ago), St. Johns wort, Recent waxing. Avoid for 2 weeks after injectable treatment and laser treatment.
Downtime: None
Expected Results: Skin immediately looks hydrated, brighter, and is more radiant.
Number of Treatments: Results are visible after one treatment but a course is recommended.
Price: £165 per session. 0% finance available here.
HydraFacial for Acne
HydraFacial is an acne treatment that can offer a clearer and smoother complexion and is gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin.
HydraFacial targets dead skin cells that can mix with sebum to produce an inflamed blemish. The treatment also works to reduce p. acne bacteria from the skin and clear clogged pores to address active acne and prevent future prevents.
Additionally, it’s able to break up hyperpigmentation and smooth scars that are left once a pimple has healed.
The end result is smoother skin, a clearer complexion, fewer breakouts, and smaller, less noticeable pores.
HydraFacial helps rosacea because it uses massage techniques, and vortex fusion technology and contains skin-renewing ingredients that help to soothe inflamed, red skin and correct uneven pigmentation.
The first step of HydraFacial is massage-based to help improve the natural circulation of the lymphatic system. This helps to increase blood flow and oxygen levels in the skin which may relieve the tightness often experienced with rosacea. By also encouraging the fast removal of toxins and waste through the lymphatic system, it may reduce the development of bumps and spots experienced alongside chronic redness.
The other stages of HydraFacial, like the cleansing and exfoliating stage, work to remove dead skin cells and promote overall stronger skin health which always makes your complexion look brighter.
As certain exfoliants can irritate rosacea, and worsen redness, this step is a very gentle process that contains natural botanical extracts and ingredients to nourish the skin. Some of these ingredients used are:
Lactic acid – an alpha hydroxy acid specifically used to treat hyperpigmentation and uneven complexion
Glucosamine – for regenerating skin cells, improving hydration, and inhibiting the development of red pigmentation
Antioxidants – to repair, and reduce inflammation, of the skin as well as fine lines and wrinkles
During stages 3, 4, and 5, you can expect your skin to be deeply clarified and all the impurities removed. Then your skin will be rehydrated and flooded with essential brightening agents, more antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid to leave your skin feeling rejuvenated and glowing.
These steps help to reduce the appearance of rosacea, as they work to restore the pores to their normal size – which can improve the appearance of visible blood vessels. HydraFacial’s gentle skin resurfacing properties also help fade away the redness.
In the final stage of HydraFacial, a hand-led, infrared light device is passed across the skin which has large benefits in pigmentation correction. The light energy targets and accelerates the repair of broken blood vessels and helps to prevent excessive flushing which are prominent symptoms of rosacea.
Other Treatments To Consider
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Simply put, a PRP facial uses your own blood’s platelets and plasma on your face. The natural chemicals in your own PRP are slathered onto your face and then micro-needled into the skin during a short procedure. Once the plasma is in, it begins to do its work of rejuvenating your entire face, tightening wrinkled areas, and smoothing the overall look. It’s able to do that because PRP’s essential chemical components stimulate collagen growth.
Some people opt to have just one facial while others undergo a regular series of procedures. The more often you have a PRP facial, the longer the results of each treatment will last, which is about three to six months.
Ideal for ideal for: acne scarring, sun damage, dull skin tone, fine lines & wrinkles, crows feet and dark circles.
By injecting platelet-rich plasma into your face, you can promote cell growth and healing. This healing process allows the skin on your face to feel my hydrated, plumper and younger. Plasma and platelets can be seen as the foundation of great skin.
By increasing the number of platelets in the areas of your face that have been damaged by the sun, scarred by acne, or losing elasticity, you can add a boost to your skin cells so these areas will naturally heal on their own.
Pricing starts at £450.