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Acne treatment in Wilmslow

Find your solution to your acne. Our acne specialists will create a personalised treatment plan for your acne, to improve and control your symptoms.

Your trusted acne experts in Wilmslow

is one of the most widespread and chronic skin conditions, yet one of the least . As the leading experts in the UK, we treat of clients every year, and improving their and helping them to rediscover confidence in their skin.

The type of you have – and if it is mild, moderate or severe – determines whether you will be treated by a dermatologist, nurse or medical practitioner, who will create a plan that is best for you. Book a with our to find a to your .


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Frequently asked questions

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Acne is caused when the hair in your skin become inflamed or with bacteria, oil or dead skin. Each pore on your skin leads to a hair follicle and sebaceous (oil) gland. These oil glands release sebum (oil) which up the hair, through the pore and onto the of your skin. If the sebaceous gland over-produces oil or there is excess production of skin cells, this can cause a build-up in the follicle, blocking pores, to growth and acne formation. Poor hygiene actually doesn’t cause acne, however, your skin daily and exfoliating weekly can help pores from becoming .

There are several types of acne, which are acne cosmetic, acne mechanica, acne conglobta, excoriated acne, acne rosacea and acne. The lesions can themselves in the form of closed comedones (or whiteheads), open comedones (blackheads), pustules, papules, nodules and cysts.

and hormonal changes are the most common factors. Stress can also acne, as well as a poor diet, the skincare products you are using, or it could simply be down to . Women are much more likely to suffer from acne due to hormones – this pregnancy, during your period, or if you suffer from Syndrome (PCOS).

There is no cure for acne. Our aim is to and control your symptoms as best we can. Acne can sometimes take a long time to clear, so we’ll work with you and your symptoms continually to find the best course of treatment, but we do see some who see in just a few weeks.

Your doctor or nurse will assess your skin during your initial consultation to recommend the right course of . This could a series of treatments such as , , . Sometimes, acne could also include antibiotics or therapies (the combined oral pill for women can often be effective to treat severe acne) before you progress onto in a clinic. It’s to remember that the acne at sk:n will prescribe a course of that works for you, your skin and the acne type you are suffering with.

This will appear as a large number of and on your face and your chest and/or back. The nodules and cysts will likely be painful and you could be at risk of scarring, therefore it is that you seek advice. Read more about .

During teenage years, it can often go away on its own. Adult acne is much less likely to clear, but this will always vary person to person and you should always be aware of the risk of . So if you are concerned, always seek medical advice.

Acne is not caused by diet, but it can it. Diet can play a key factor in helping to prevent acne, by acne triggers or such as dairy and sugar, and adding highly nutritious and food to increase the skin’s to fight and heal itself. Some skin-friendly food choices include: whole grains, legumes, unprocessed fruits like apricots, blueberries, tomatoes and red grapes, and such as carrots, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, and other dark green and leafy . Food containing zinc, A and E and antioxidants, such as quinoa, turkey, fish, oat milk and pumpkin seeds can also help the skin to fight acne.

Acne may not be preventable in many cases, but you should aim to look after your skin as best you can. Reviewing your skincare regimen at home, and the right products for your skin type can help to remove surface grim and dead skin cells which can aggravate . Hydration can also play a key role in acne, as dehydration can generate extra oils on your skin, ultimately, your pores and new spots.

As the in skin, we want to make sure that not only does your treatment plan give you the best results, but you can carry on caring for your skin at home after treatment with a tailored skincare plan.

Your new programme will ensure you see the best possible results from your professional in clinic.

Everyone’s skin is different and will require different products, especially if you have acne, but you can apply some simple general rules to choosing your skincare every day, all year round. Always include a hydrating product like hyaluronic acid or B5, an antioxidant like C to against free radicals, a A (i.e. or retinoids) which is anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing, and a daily SPF for protection against UVA, UVB and HEV (or blue light).

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For the perfect skincare for your acne, speak to your expert at sk:n

Acne scars can be stubborn and permanent, but there are proven effective that the appearance of acne . The best for your skin will depend on the type of acne scarring you have. Before you have treatment, a , nurse or acne practitioner should assess your acne scars and select the most appropriate treatment for you.

There are various types of acne scars; some may be red, purple or pinkish in colour due to a of in the skin. If the area is red and is still and swollen, the acne is likely to still be active, so we would need to treat that before . A dermatologist will be able to advise you about treatments for active acne, which may help to minimise the risk of acne scarring.

Usually, the or acne marks that are left behind after pimples clear up will fade with no need for . However, severe acne can leave you with that does not always fade, and picking or acne can also increase the risk of .

Some may heal and go, depending on the . There are three types of scarring: ice pick scars (small deep holes), scars (uneven skin) and boxcar scars (craters in the skin). There are several types of acne scarring treatment at sk:n that we recommend, to the skin’s healing and encourage cell and collagen production; your doctor may , which, depending on the severity or location of your can be delivered by a senior practitioner, nurse or doctor. We also sometimes recommend laser with an experienced sk:n doctor or dermatologist, such as , , or Erbium Yag.

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3 Swan Street,
Wilmslow,
Cheshire,
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The clinic is in the heart of Wilmslow with some great restaurants nearby. You can enter through the on Swan Street, or through the rear via Barons Court car park (in front of Waitrose).

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Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm

Saturday: 9am - 8pm

Sunday: 9am - 7pm

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