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Acne treatment in Portsmouth

Your trusted acne experts in Portsmouth

is one of the most widespread and distressing skin conditions, yet one of the least understood. As the in the UK, we treat thousands of clients every year, and improving their and them to confidence in their skin.

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

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The expert team at sk:n in Portsmouth

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

Proud to be home to more leading consultant dermatologists, doctors, surgeons, nurses or than any other provider, sk:n has over 450 medical professionals helping our clients.

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

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 follicle and (oil) gland. These oil glands sebum (oil) which travels up the hair, the pore and onto the surface of your skin. If the sebaceous gland over-produces oil or there is excess of skin cells, this can cause a build-up in the follicle, blocking pores, to growth and acne formation. Poor actually doesn’t cause acne, however, your skin daily and weekly can help pores from becoming .

There are types of acne, which are acne cosmetic, acne mechanica, acne conglobta, excoriated acne, acne rosacea and acne. The lesions can present 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 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).

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

Your doctor or nurse will assess your skin during your initial to recommend the right course of . This could include a series of treatments such as , , . Sometimes, acne treatment could also include antibiotics or hormonal therapies (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 with.

This will appear as a large number of papules and on your face and possibly 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 . So if you are concerned, always seek 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 nutritious and vitamin-packed food to the skin’s to fight infection and heal itself. Some skin-friendly food include: whole grains, legumes, unprocessed fruits like apricots, blueberries, tomatoes and red grapes, and unprocessed vegetables such as carrots, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, spinach and other dark green and leafy . 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 scar treatment.

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 finding the right for your skin type can help to remove grim and dead skin cells which can aggravate . Hydration can also play a key role in preventing acne, as can generate extra oils on your skin, ultimately, your pores and new spots.

As the 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 plan.

Your new skincare will ensure you see the best possible results from your professional 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 routine every day, all year round. Always include a hydrating product like hyaluronic acid or B5, an antioxidant like vitamin C to against free radicals, a vitamin A (i.e. or retinoids) which is 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 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 congested skin

 

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

Acne scars can be stubborn and permanent, but there are proven that the of acne scarring. The best treatment 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 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 . A dermatologist will be able to advise you about effective for active acne, which may help to minimise the risk of acne scarring.

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

Some scarring may heal and eventually go, depending 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 at sk:n that we recommend, to stimulate the skin’s and encourage cell regeneration and collagen production; your doctor may recommend , which, on the or location of your scarring can be by a senior practitioner, nurse or doctor. We also sometimes recommend laser with an experienced sk:n doctor or dermatologist, such as , , or Erbium Yag.

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Clinic Address

Unit 8 St. Georges Centre,
St. Georges Square,
Portsmouth,
PO1 3EZ

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at Unit 8, St George’s Square, close to the heart of the city, our clinic is easy to access. Free parking is available outside of the clinic, your registration number will need to be entered upon arrival. In case the clinic car park is busy, we in Harbour Car Park which is a 4 minute walk away, with the station just 5 minutes walk.

From the M27 head towards the historic dockyard, past the tall ships and The Hard. The entrance with Gunwarf Quays will be on your right. Take the 2nd turning on the left into St Georges Square, which is a cobbled street area, then turn right past the Learning Links building.

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Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm

Saturday: 9am - 8pm

Sunday: 9am - 7pm

Head Office

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

Registered in No. SC817369.

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