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Acne Treatment
Acne afflicts everyone at some point in their lives, primarily during adolescence. For some, acne can persist as a serious problem even into adulthood. While the physical discomfort of acne differs from case to case, the psychological pain is more widespread and long lasting. Understanding this, NouveauDerm Medspa has created a treatment experience that is as soothing as it is effective. Though there is no cure for acne, it can be controlled most effectively using our customized treatment programs. For our younger clients, if active acne is treated during your teen years, there is a higher likelihood that you will not suffer any permanent scarring.
In most cases, acne begins between the ages of 10 and 13 and usually lasts for 5 to 7 years. In some adolescents, more severe acne develops, reaching a peak 3 to 5 years after the first comedones appear. Severe acne, also known as nodular acne or cystic acne, may not resolve until 30-plus years of age.
Often teens don’t reach out for help but are internally and emotionally devastated from their acne. It is important for parents to realize that teens don’t view acne “as a normal part of growing up”. Parents that recognize the impact that this has on their son’s or daughters emotional well being and take steps to help them get it under control are giving their child a precious gift.
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How can NouveauDerm Medspa Help?
NouveauDerm MedSpa offers a wide range of treatment options that can significantly reduce or eliminate acne in most cases. Recent advances in technology also offer several procedures that can reduce the appearance of acne scars and drastically improve the appearance of patients who have suffered from serious acne.
Skin Care Products
Moisturizers, cleansers, peels and other topical products are an important tool in controlling acne. NouveauDerm MedSpa carries a complete line of scientifically designed, quality skin care products designed to nurture your skin. Talk with one of our Licensed Estheticians to see what product is right for you.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion removes dead skin and helps prevent and dislodge follicle plugs. When used as part of an acne treatment program, microdermabrasion can significantly enhance the clearing of active pimples.
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Peels
NouveauDerm MedSpa offers a wide variety of chemical peels suited to various skin types. A chemical peel enhances and smoothes the texture of the skin. It is an effective treatment for facial blemishes, wrinkles, and uneven skin pigmentation.
Medical Facials
A Medical Facial combines deep steam cleaning and extraction. The procedure begins with a comprehensive clinical evaluation to determine skin characteristics. Both relaxing and therapeutic, it can be customized to deep cleanse, exfoliate and hydrate the skin. Our Medical Facials treat a variety of skin types including oily, dry, dehydrated, acne and acne prone skin conditions. A medical Facial will gently soften the skin and loosen the dead cells without dehydrating. These treatments are an excellent way to maintain good skin health. Your skin care professional will develop a plan to fit your individual needs.
Causes of Acne
Acne forms along a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland. Sebaceous glands produce a substance called sebum. The hormonal changes of adolescence increase the size of sebaceous glands and increase sebum production. The following steps lead to the development of acne.
- An overabundance of dead skin cells block hair follicles and cause a buildup of sebum. Sebum combines with the dead skin cells to form a plug of the follicle. The cause of the overabundance of dead skin cells and plugging is unknown.
- A normal facial bacterium known as Propionibacterium causes acne to begins growing excessively in the increased sebum leading to inflammation of the follicle.
- The inflammation leads to a breakdown of the follicle. When the follicle breaks down, the fatty sebum and skin cells erupt to the surface and form a pimple.
- Excess moisture and skin irritation further increase the inflammation.
Prevention of Acne
Prevention of acne requires a step wise treatment plan to reduce the amount of dead skin cells and sebum, preventing the plug from forming.
- Special facial washes help to reduce skin oiliness and sebum production. Washes that contain salicylic acid do the best job. Washes that contain alpha hydroxyl acids (AHA) add to the effect. These acids also help to clean out follicles and begin the exfoliation of dead cells.
- Skin exfoliating scrubs help prevent the buildup of dead skin cells and help prevent the blockage of the hair follicles. Higher concentrations of the acids mentioned above can be added two to three times a week to further remove dead skin cells and decrease sebum production.
- Avoidance of oil based cosmetics helps to prevent acne. Unfortunately, some of the products used to cover pimples actually worsen the problem. The use of mineral cosmetics such as Jane Iredale avoids this problem. Mineral sunblocks can be used by men to cover pimples.
- Avoiding moisture such as perspiration also helps prevent acne. The facial washes and exfoliants above help control excess moisture. Using the acid washes above after exercise or sweating can help. Care must be taken to avoid excessive dryness. Using oil free moisturizers like those offered by NouveauDerm Medspa can help avoid this problem.
Acne Scars
Acne scars can be significantly reduced using a combination of techniques. Even deep, "ice pick"-type scars can be improved. Microdermabrasion and chemical peels decrease the depth of the scars, smooth the skin and help to even skin tone. NouveauDerm MedSpa provides all of these procedures for our patients. A no-charge consultation can help determine the best regimen for you.
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