Acne & Blemishes

Clear acne, prevent scarring, and restore skin clarity.
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Acne & Blemishes

About Acne & Blemishes

Acne is one of the most common medical skin conditions, affecting both adolescents and adults. While breakouts are often viewed as temporary, untreated acne can lead to ongoing inflammation, pigmentation changes, and permanent scarring.

At Advanced Hair & Skin Surgery, acne is approached as both a medical condition and a structural skin concern.

Effective treatment begins with understanding why acne is occurring. Through careful evaluation, we aim to control active disease, protect skin integrity, and prevent long-term damage – not simply manage symptoms temporarily.

What Causes Acne?

Acne develops when hair follicles become blocked by excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. This process triggers inflammation, leading to visible breakouts.

Common treatment areas include the face, chest, and back, though the underlying causes vary from person to person.

Contributing
Factors

Acne is rarely caused by a single issue. Influencing factors may include:

Hormonal fluctuations, which increase oil production

Genetic predisposition affecting skin behaviour

Stress and lifestyle influences that worsen inflammation

Cosmetic or skincare products that clog pores

Environmental triggers such as heat, humidity, and pollution

Identifying contributing factors allows treatment to be precise rather than trial and error.

Types of Acne

Non-inflammatory acne presents as blackheads and whiteheads caused by clogged pores without significant redness or swelling. While often mild, these lesions can progress if untreated.

Inflammatory acne includes papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts. These lesions appear red, swollen, and tender and carry a higher risk of scarring. Early intervention is key to preventing permanent skin changes.

Acne Scarring & Pigment Changes

When inflammation penetrates deeper layers of the skin, healing may leave visible marks.

Common post-acne concerns include:

  • Atrophic (depressed) scars, such as ice pick, boxcar, or rolling scars
  • Hypertrophic scars, caused by excess collagen formation
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) – red or dark marks remaining after acne heals

Each requires a different treatment approach, which is why accurate diagnosis matters.

Acne Treatments

Acne Treatments

Acne Treatments

Acne Treatments

Acne treatment at Advanced Hair & Skin Surgery focuses on both active breakouts and long-term skin restoration.

Medical Acne Management

Treatment plans may include advanced solution therapies designed to reduce inflammation, regulate oil production, and stabilize the skin environment.

The goal is sustained control,  not temporary improvement.

Cortisone Injections (“Zit Zaps”)

For painful cystic acne, targeted cortisone microinjections provide rapid relief.

A tiny amount of medication is placed directly into the inflamed lesion to:

  • Reduce swelling and redness
  • Relieve tenderness
  • Accelerate healing
  • Lower the risk of scarring

Most patients notice improvement within 24–48 hours.

Silicone Microdroplet Treatment for Acne Scars

Depressed acne scars often require structural correction beneath the skin rather than surface treatments alone.

Silicone microdroplet therapy involves placing microscopic amounts of medical-grade silicone beneath the scar to gently elevate it to the level of surrounding skin.

This technique:

  • Provides permanent correction for permanent scars
  • Requires no surgical incisions
  • Involves minimal downtime
  • Improves skin texture gradually and naturally

Treatments are performed over a series of sessions to achieve balanced, refined results.

The Impact of Acne

Acne affects more than appearance. Physically, it can create uneven texture, discolouration, and long-term structural changes in the skin. Emotionally, acne and scarring often influence confidence, social comfort, and self-perception.

Addressing acne is not purely cosmetic – it is restorative care focused on both skin health and personal wellbeing.

Struggling to get breakouts under control?

Schedule a consultation to understand the cause and explore targeted treatment options.

Why Choose Us

Advanced treatment with thoughtful care

Why Choose Advanced Hair & Skin Surgery

At Advanced Hair & Skin Surgery, care is guided by clinical expertise and long-term planning. Every treatment plan is customized following detailed evaluation of your skin condition, history, and goals.

Financing

Flexible financing options are available to help make treatment accessible. Our team can review available plans and guide you through the process.

Access to the Best Experts

Our clinic is led by experienced medical professionals with advanced training in cosmetic procedures, acne healing, and scar correction; ensuring expert care from consultation through follow up.

FAQs

Natural. Undetectable. Long lasting.

Active inflammation may improve within weeks, while scar correction develops gradually over multiple treatments.

Many depressed scars can be permanently improved using structural correction techniques such as silicone microdroplet therapy.

Yes. When performed precisely, they safely reduce inflammation and help prevent scarring.

Maintenance may be required depending on hormonal or genetic factors. Treatment plans are designed for long-term control.

Yes. Adult acne is common and often hormonally influenced, particularly in women.