

Acne
Acne, also known as acne vulgaris (meaning common in Latin), is considered an obstructive disorder of the skin. It can present itself as whiteheads, blackheads, pustules or as more severe and painful cysts. While all of us might experience the occasional pimple, not everyone understands how it feels to have acne.
The effects of severe or perpetual breakouts arenโt just skin deep and can lead to low self-esteem and self-confidence. The great news is that clear skin, and the confidence that comes with it, is within reach.

What causes acne?
Our skin contains oil glands (called sebaceous glands), which produce a protective oil (sebum) for our skin. The sebum reaches the surface of our skin through tiny channels called pores. Our hair grows up through these channels too, and the oil uses the hair to reach the surface. When all goes well, the skin produces just the right amount if sebum to protect our skin.
If the oil gets trapped in the pore, it allows bacteria that normally live on the skin to grow in the pore opening. When this happens, pores become blocked and pimples develop. Factors such as hormones, some medications and diet (to a degree) can exacerbate acne.

Types of acne
Acne can present itself in many ways. Types of acne may include one of a combination of the following:
- Acne Cosmetica
- Acne Rosacea
- Acne Vulgaris
- Adult Acne
- Back Acne
- Cystic Acne
Treatments for acne
At Australian Skin Clinics we are recognised as a leading authority in the management of acne. Our experienced dermal technicians focus on fighting the root cause of breakouts, combining in-clinic treatments with home-care recommendations to accelerate visible results and help regain control of the skin. We offer complimentary consultations with our highly trained dermal technicians who can identify the type of acne you may be suffering from and recommend the best course of action.
Microdermabrasion
Target your skinโs natural rejuvenation process by removing the dead surface skin through diamond-tipped exfoliation.
Medi-Aesthetic Peels
Designed to rapidly improve the texture and tone of your skin, our Medi-Aesthetic Face Peels are tailored to the individual.
LED Light Therapy
Deep penetrating and soothing LED Light Therapy enhances your skin’s internal healing functions, ideal for acne sufferers.
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Skin Care Products
We stock only the most effective and professional skin care ranges to compliment your individual skin treatment plan.
Micro-Needling
Often referred to as Collagen Induction Therapy, Nanopore micro-needling stimulates the deeper layers of your skin to rebuild and restore.
Fractional RF Skin Tightening
Generate new collagen, improve skin texture and tighten the skin through the combination of dermal stamping and radio frequency.
O2 Oxygen Medi-Facial
Add the O2 Medi-Facial to your acne treatment plan! Oxygen is known to accelerate wound healing and destroy acne-causing bacteria.
Observ Skin Analysis
A complimentary Observ skin analysis allows us to better understand and treat your unique skin concerns..
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