Acne & Breakouts
Active breakouts need a plan, not a pile of products. Start here to understand what drives your acne and which treatments and home care actually help.
What is this concern?
Acne happens when excess oil, clogged pores, bacteria and inflammation come together. Hormones, stress, certain products and your skin type can all play a role, and the mix is different for everyone. That is why a routine that worked for someone else may not work for you.
This page is about active breakouts. If your breakouts have settled and what remains is marks, uneven texture or scars, that is a different concern: see Texture, Pores & Acne Scars. Treating active acne first, then addressing marks and scars, gives the best results.
Professional treatments for this concern
Laser Active Acne targets breakouts directly and helps calm inflammation and regulate excess oil. Chemical peels can also be part of an acne care plan for mild to moderate acne, depending on your type of acne, how inflamed it is, and the condition of your skin; your consultation confirms the right approach.
Complete the routine
A simple routine for blemish-prone skin: cleanse, correct, protect.
Start with 3 steps
1. Cleanse. Exfoliating Cleanser, for normal to oily, blemish-prone skin.
2. Correct. Acne Complex or the Complexion Clearing Program Kit as your corrective step. Acne Treatment Pads can be used a few times a week, as advised at your consultation.
3. Protect. Daily Power Defense and a broad-spectrum SPF every morning.
Frequently asked questions
What causes acne?
Acne has several causes that often combine: excess oil, clogged pores, bacteria, inflammation, hormones and stress. The dominant cause varies from person to person, which is why a consultation helps before choosing products or treatments.
Are the marks left after a breakout the same as acne?
No. Marks, uneven texture and scars left after breakouts are a different concern from active acne, and they respond to different treatments. See our Texture, Pores & Acne Scars guide once your breakouts are under control.
Can I use exfoliating products every day?
Not necessarily. Exfoliating pads and polishes help congestion, but using them too often can irritate the skin. Your clinician will confirm how often to use them for your skin.
Do I need a consultation first?
We recommend it. A free skin consultation lets us analyse your skin, identify what is driving your breakouts and confirm the right treatment and routine before you start.
Not sure where to start?
Book a free skin consultation. We will analyse your skin together and orient you to the treatment and routine most adapted to you. If your breakouts have settled and marks remain, we will orient you to the texture and scars plan instead.
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