Acne
Acne is a common condition that affects many Americans, especially those in the teenage years. Hormones or hair follicles being trapped with dead skin cells and excess oils can cause acne breakouts. Acne usually appears in areas with many oil glands such as the face, neck, chest, shoulder and upper back. Severe acne or acne scars can cause emotional distress and lower self-esteem or self-confidence.
Lazaderm Laser and Aesthetics is committed to enhancing patients’ natural beauty and confident glow. With a team of skin experts and cutting-edge technology, we can help you minimize the appearance of acne and breakouts.
Acne Concern
Cystic Acne - This is an inflamed and most serious type of acne. Bacteria, oil and dry skin cells inside the pores cause cysts to form underneath the skin. It is most likely to be seen on the face, the cheeks, or around the eyes. Cystic acne usually appears in oily skin types and is most common in teens, women and older adults with hormonal imbalances.
Nodular Acne - Nodular acne signals an infection of the bacteria called p.acne that is trapped in the skin. This acne type appears as small red bumps in the skin. It can be painful to touch.
Blackheads - Blackheads are pimples with black tips. When there is an overproduction of sebum, in combination with keratin, blackheads will appear. They are often the result of hair follicles that have been clogged with sebum, and the oil changes to a dark hue when it reaches the surface.
Whiteheads - Whiteheads, like blackheads, are pimples caused by clogged pores. They are treated differently from the blackheads and are often filled with pus.
Acne Scarring - Most acne scars are caused by the underproduction of collagen when the original acne lesion or cyst is naturally repaired by the skin. Acne scars, which are mostly depressed scars, have 3 types: rolling scars, boxcar scars, and ice pick scars. Acne scarring can become noticeable as we age due to the loss of volume and collagen production in our face.
Causes of Acne
There are multiple causes of acne; some of the most common factors include:
Puberty
Pregnancy
Changes in usage of birth control pills
Changes in steroid hormones and other medication.
Ingrown Facial Hair
Acne Treatments Near Me
There are a variety of facials for acne treatments. Not everyone responds to the same types of treatments. The key to effectively get rid of acne is to find the best solution for your unique skin.
The experienced aestheticians at Lazaderm Medspa are committed to creating a personalized treatment plan just for you. Depending on your skin types, acne conditions and budget, here are treatments that our Chandler acne specialists might recommend:
Medical Grade Skin Line
Medical-grade skin care products such as Obagi and Epionce can help prevent pimples from developing and treat some less serious types of acne. Depending on the acne type, the desired active ingredients of the acne products will vary. Some common ingredients are topical retinoid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, etc. See our skin care options here.
Chemical Peels
A chemical peel can remove layers of damaged skin through the use of acid. This exfoliation method results in new, soft and rejuvenated skin.
There are different types of chemical peels. Depending on the skin condition, one of our aestheticians will use different levels of acid to penetrate your skin. Learn More.
Laser and Light-Based Treatment
BBL (BroadBand Light) can help destroy the bacteria that cause inflammation. This treatment uses light heat to penetrate deeper cells and stimulate the production of collagen. Broadband Light is able to penetrate deeper cells and stimulate the production of collagen, promoting the skin’s own natural rejuvenation process.
Microneedling with Radiofrequency
Secret RF is a minimally invasive technology that can deliver fractional Radiofrequency through microneedles to target acne scars and stimulate the production of collagen. Learn more.
Acne Treatment in Chandler, AZ
Acne is a common skin condition that affects up to 50 million Americans. Whether you’re a teen or an adult, have acne on your face or your back, Lazaderm in Chandler, AZ can help you get rid of your acne.
Our Chandler skin care professionals are acne specialists that can customize acne treatment plans for you and help you gain clear skin.
Our Acne Treatment Process
Consultation: Our acne treatment process begins with a personal in-depth consultation with one of our skin experts to determine types of acne, what causes your acne, your skin type and aesthetic goals. Our skin assessment will help you have an insight into your acne problems and our provider will recommend a suitable acne option for you.
Treatments: Once the consultation is complete, if you decide to go with the treatment plan, we will begin the acne-clearing process. Our provider might request that you come in every two weeks for treatments for optimal results. On top of the treatment, you will also receive recommendations on your diet, at-home skincare routine and lifestyle to help you clear your acne in the quickest time.
Follow-up: After your acne breakouts are controlled, you may still be left with acne scars and discoloration. It can take anywhere from 2-6 months of regular treatments to completely clear up the discoloration and scarring.
If you’re experiencing acne or have questions about preventive care for acne, book a FREE consultation with our aestheticians today. We’re happy to help you achieve a clear and healthy glow.