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Acne treatment in Plymouth

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 Plymouth

is one of the most widespread and distressing skin conditions, yet one of the least understood. As the experts in the UK, we successfully treat of every year, managing and improving their and helping them to rediscover in their skin.

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

Acne treatment before and afters

The expert medical team at sk:n in Plymouth

sk:n is the UK’s acne, skin, dermatology, aesthetic and laser clinic, with over 30 years’ helping millions of clients rediscover confidence through better skin.

Proud to be home to more leading dermatologists, doctors, plastic surgeons, nurses or therapists than any other dermatology service provider, sk:n has over 450 helping our clients.

Your journey starts with you. Our team in will discuss the best acne treatment options to find a solution to your skin .

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

There is no definite cure for acne. Our aim is to and 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 clients who see amazing in just a few weeks.

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

This will appear as a large number of and pustules on your face and possibly your chest and/or back. The and cysts will likely be painful and you could be at risk of scarring, therefore it is essential that you seek medical 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 scarring. So if you are concerned, always seek medical advice.

Acne is not caused by diet, but it can influence it. Diet can play a key factor in to acne, by avoiding acne or aggravators such as dairy and sugar, and adding highly and food to the skin’s capacity to fight and heal itself. Some skin-friendly food include: whole grains, legumes, unprocessed fruits like apricots, blueberries, and red grapes, and unprocessed vegetables such as carrots, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, and other dark green and leafy vegetables. Food containing zinc, vitamins A and E and antioxidants, such as quinoa, turkey, fish, oat milk and 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. your regimen at home, and the right for your skin type can help to remove surface grim and dead skin cells which can aggravate congestion. Hydration can also play a key role in preventing acne, as dehydration can extra oils on your skin, ultimately, your pores and new spots.

As the experts 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 with a tailored skincare plan.

Your new will ensure you see the best possible results from your treatments 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 product like hyaluronic acid or B5, an antioxidant like vitamin C to protect against free radicals, a vitamin A (i.e. retinol or retinoids) which is anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing, and a daily SPF for against UVA, UVB and HEV (or blue light).

Your simple AM PM routine guide

For oily skin

 

Ideal for those looking for an introduction to acids and vitamin A, or for young skin

 

for persistent acne and dehydrated skin

 

Great for chest and back acne

 

Ideal for redness and sensitivity

 

Great for mature skin

 

For enlarged pores and skin

 

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

Acne scars can be and permanent, but there are proven that the of acne scarring. The best for your skin will depend on the type of acne 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 in colour due to a build-up of in the skin. If the area is red and is still inflamed and swollen, the acne is likely to still be active, so we would need to treat that before treating . A dermatologist will be able to advise you about treatments for active acne, which may help to the risk of acne .

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

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

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Plymouth Hyde Park Opening Times

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

12: :00

Wednesday

12: :00

Thursday

12: :00

Friday

09: :00

Saturday

09: :00

Sunday

Closed

Clinic

61 Hyde Park Road,
Plymouth,
PL3 4JN

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You’ll find us on 61 Hyde Park Road, a 17 minute walk from the station, or a 15 minute bus ride if you take the 61 West Park bus and stop at Hyde Park Shops. There is some down Hyde Park or one of the residential streets, but for more spaces, we recommend parking at Mutley Barracks Car Park which is a 3 minute walk away

Centre Hours

Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm

Saturday: 9am - 8pm

Sunday: 9am - 7pm

Head Office

sk:n
200 St Vincent Street,
Glasgow,
G2 5SG

Registered in Scotland No. SC817369.

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