Acne Treatments

Quick facts

  • The causes of acne are multi-factorial and different for each person;  therefore treatments will vary from person to person and are tailored to your needs.
  • Acne left untreated can lead to permanent scarring

What causes acne?

Acne is a skin condition with many underlying factors, the most significant being the over activity of a bacteria called P. acnes. This bacterium produces enzymes which disrupt the skin, resulting in the blackheads, inflammation and infection which are typical of acne. All treatments for acne will address these issues.

Hormonal imbalances and a family history of acne are also strong influences.

There have been no studies showing that acne is caused or exacerbated by your diet, contrary to the usual belief that certain foods can worsen acne.

What treatments are available:

  • Omnilux Blueā„¢: A medically proven light therapy where a special wavelength of blue light simulates your body to naturally recognize and destroy the acne-causing bacteria P. acnes (Research shows a 3 week course alternating with Omnilux Revive gave on average a 70% reduction in acne over 8-12 weeks)
  • Omnilux Reviveā„¢: To reduce inflammation and improve healing and recovery (alternate with Omnilux Blue)
  • Peels: To remove the dead layer of skin cells and improve normal oil flow, reducing blackheads and improving the health of your skin.
  • Medical Grade Skin Care: A tailored home based skin plan to balance your skin, reduce inflammation and blackheads, and assist in skin healing.

To find out which treatments are right for you, contact us for a personalised consultation with one of our skin experts on 0800 2BOTOX (Auckland Central) or 0800 COSMED (North Shore City).