What it is
Acne is not only a teenage condition. It also affects adults, women in particular, with lesions mainly on the lower face. It combines blackheads, red spots and sometimes deeper lesions.
Why it happens
- Excess sebum, under hormonal influence
- Pores blocked by dead cells
- The growth of a bacterium present on the skin
- Unsuitable or overly occlusive cosmetics
- Stress and certain medicines, which can make flare-ups worse
What aesthetic medicine cannot do
Moderate to severe acne calls for medical treatment, often dermatological, not aesthetic medicine. The treatments offered here support that care, they do not replace it. Acne that is leaving scars should be treated without delay.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to see a dermatologist?
For moderate to severe acne, or acne that is leaving scars, yes. Part of the consultation is pointing you there when that is needed.
Do I have to stop using my cosmetics?
Not necessarily, but the routine is reviewed at the consultation. Products that are too occlusive or too harsh often keep the lesions going.