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Acne treatment in Norwich

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 Norwich

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Acne is caused when the hair in your skin become 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, 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, attributing to bacteria growth and acne formation. Poor 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 rosacea and steroid acne. The can present themselves in the form of closed (or whiteheads), open (blackheads), pustules, papules, and cysts.

Puberty and changes are the most common . Stress can also aggravate acne, as well as a poor diet, the skincare 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 Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).

There is no cure for acne. Our aim is to improve and control your as best we can. Acne can sometimes take a long time to clear, so we’ll work with you and your 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 to recommend the right course of treatment. This could include a series of treatments such as , , . Sometimes, acne treatment could also or therapies (the oral pill for women can often be to treat severe acne) before you progress onto in a clinic. It’s important to remember that the acne experts at sk:n will prescribe a personalised course of that works for you, your skin and the acne type you are 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 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 helping to prevent acne, by acne triggers or such as dairy and sugar, and adding highly and vitamin-packed food to the skin’s capacity to fight infection and heal itself. Some food include: whole grains, legumes, unprocessed fruits like apricots, blueberries, tomatoes and red grapes, and vegetables such as carrots, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, spinach 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 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 grim and dead skin cells which can congestion. Hydration can also play a key role in preventing acne, as dehydration can generate 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 plan give you the best results, but you can carry on caring for your skin at home after with a skincare plan.

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

Everyone’s skin is different and will 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 like acid or B5, an antioxidant like vitamin C to protect against free radicals, a A (i.e. or retinoids) which is anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing, and a daily SPF for against UVA, UVB and HEV (or blue light).

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

 

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

Acne scars can be stubborn and permanent, but there are proven effective that diminish the appearance of acne scarring. 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 for you.

There are various types of acne scars; some may be red, purple or pinkish in colour due to a build-up of melanin 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 scarring. A dermatologist will be able to advise you about effective treatments for active acne, which may help to minimise the risk of acne scarring.

Usually, the or brownish acne marks that are left behind after 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, on the . There are three types of scarring: ice pick scars (small deep holes), rolling scars (uneven skin) and boxcar scars ( in the skin). There are several types of acne treatment at sk:n that we recommend, to the skin’s process and cell regeneration and production; your doctor may , which, on the severity or of your can be by a senior practitioner, nurse or doctor. We also sometimes recommend laser resurfacing with an experienced sk:n doctor or dermatologist, such as , , or Erbium Yag.

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Norwich Haymarket Opening Times

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

10:00-18:00

Wednesday

10:00-18:00

Thursday

10:30-18:30

Friday

10:00-18:00

Saturday

10:00-18:00

Sunday

Closed

Clinic Address

1 Haymarket

NR2 1QD

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Finding Us

The clinic is situated within Optical Express & ACES in centre of Norwich which is easily accessible off the A11, A47 and A140. The clinic can be found in Haymarket along Gentleman’s Walk next to WHSmith and opposite Market. The pedestrian street can be accessed off Gaol’s Walk or Rampant Horse Street.

Centre Hours

Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm

Saturday: 9am - 8pm

Sunday: 9am - 7pm

Head Office

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200 St Vincent Street,
Glasgow,
G2 5SG

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