Acne

Acne is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the sebaceous glands characterised by blackheads, whiteheads, macules, papules, pustules and cysts and often leads to scarring. The first chain of events that usually lead to skin acne are in puberty when the body starts to produce testosterone, which then stimulates the sebaceous glands to produce excess sebum that is then trapped in the hair follicle.

Dead cells are attached to this sticky substance and bacteria then forms, therefore the cells cannot exfoliate and a hard mass is then produced within in the skin. Acne is usually genetic and peak acne years are in females 14-17, and in males 16-19. Over 40% of females will have acne during some part for their life and over 35% of males will be affected also. Today’s lifestyle, stress levels and increased intake of medication, adult acne is certainly on the rise.

Each client will have an individual treatment programme worked out by their practitioner for their particular acne concerns. Each treatment prescribed will change from session to session as the skin is changing. All treatments will include a home prescription, which must be strictly adhered to, to obtain the best results possible.

Acne Treatment Example
Diagnosis – Acne containing inflammation, papules, pustules, blackheads, nodules, cysts and whiteheads.

Treatment Modalities used will consist of acids, alkaline, phenols and enzymes. Your treatment will be tailor made for you. Treatments can range from a course of 6 upwards, depending on the severity of the condition. From past experience, we can certainly say that we expect at least a 90% improvement.

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