Acne is one of the most widespread skin conditions causing spots and pimples primarily on the face, neck, chest, back & shoulders. The term ‘spots’ can refer to a number of different skin conditions, including blemishes and pimples, acne, age spots, freckles, red spots and rashes.

According to Wikipedia;

“Acne, also known as acne vulgaris, is a long-term skin disease that occurs when hair follicles are clogged with dead skin cells and oil from the skin. It is characterised by blackheads or whiteheads, pimples, oily skin, and possible scarring. It primarily affects areas of the skin with a relatively high number of oil glands, including the face, upper part of the chest, and back.”

The most common types of acne or spots are usually whiteheads and blackheads and more commonly found in teenagers during the start of puberty and usually disappears by the early twenties. However, it can be a problem for many into their 30s and beyond. 

Acne and spots occur when hair follicles become blocked and inflamed. The most common causes of acne or spots is usually either excess oil (Sebum) which leads to an increase in bacteria or hormonal changes such as puberty or a women’s menstrual cycle. 

Other causes and triggers to acne and spots can also be related to any number of factors such as; Genetics, hormones, birth control, infections, medications, diet, stress Levels and even smoking.

More than 80% of cases of adult acne occur in women. It's thought that many cases of adult acne are caused by the changes in hormone levels that many women have at certain times.

These times include:

• Periods – some women have a flare-up of acne just before their period
• Pregnancy – many women have symptoms of acne at this time, usually during the first three months of their pregnancy
• Polycystic ovary syndrome – a common condition that can cause acne, weight gain and the formation of small cysts inside the ovary

Acne can be treated at Wyndham Place Facial Clinic to reduce redness and scarring.

Wyndham Place Clinic offers some of the Best Treatments for acne, which can use one or a combination of the below treatments;

• Chemical Peels for Acne - Salicylic Acid or Pyruvic Peel
• Microdermabrasion
• Microneedling

Our Acne treatments are designed to minimise the main causes for acne such as excess oil, bacteria, inflammation. Lorraine Downie, our expert facialist will work closely with you to determine the best facial treatment for your acne or acne scarring.

Treatment for acne depends on how severe it is. It can take several months of treatment before acne symptoms improve. 

If you just have a few blackheads, whiteheads and spots, a pharmacist should be able to advise you on how to treat them successfully with over-the-counter gels or creams (topical treatments) that contain benzoyl peroxide.

This can range from antibiotics which you apply as a cream or a gel, or your doctor could prescribe antibiotic tablets, for courses of three to six months. "There are also stronger tablets, which people can take and would be done under the supervision of a dermatologist."

Is acne damaging your self confidence? or having a impact on your love life? 

Don't worry, we're here to help.

Unfortunately there isn't an absolute cure for acne, wish we could tell you there was but what we can do is help control the symptons and offer you is regular treatments and advise how to keep your skin healthy at home to make the results last even longer. 

Our reputation has been built around honesty and we will always give you the best advise for your condition. If that means we can't help you, or you require a doctor or specialist treatment with our industry expertees then we can recommend you to some one who can.