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Skin & Complexion

Acne

Acne is a skin condition that can affect people of all ages and skin types. Our physicians assess what is happening in your skin and help you choose an appropriate medical treatment, maintenance and preventive plan as well as your at-home skincare.

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Physician assessment · face and body acne · care for different skin tones

Understand this concern|Explore care options
Acne at Any AgeCare for teens and adults
Face and Body AcneAssessment beyond the face
Physician AssessmentYour skin assessed in person
Personalized CareOptions suited to your skin

Understanding Acne

Understanding acne

Often it starts with a breakout that keeps coming back, or a few spots that leave marks long after they've healed. Acne is one of the most common things we see, at every age and in every skin type, and there's a lot we can do to help.

Here's what's happening underneath. Each pore holds a hair follicle and a small oil gland. When extra oil and dead skin cells build up, the opening blocks, and bacteria and inflammation can turn that blockage into a blackhead, a pimple or a deeper, tender cyst. For most people a few of these factors work together. Our aim is to calm what's active, keep new breakouts from forming, and protect your skin from marks and scarring along the way.

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Excess oil

Oil production can increase, often in response to hormonal changes.

Blocked follicle

Oil and dead skin cells collect within the follicle.

Bacterial activity

Bacteria within the follicle can contribute to inflammation.

Visible breakout

The result may be a whitehead, blackhead, inflamed spot or deeper nodule.

Products, friction and stress may aggravate acne for some people. They do not explain every case.

  • Acne is a common skin condition caused by blocked, inflamed hair follicles, and it can affect any age or skin type.
  • Hormones, oil, bacteria and inflammation are the main drivers.
  • Care ranges from medical skincare and prescription options to in-clinic laser and light treatments.
  • Treating persistent or deep acne early helps protect your skin from marks and scarring.

Causes and Contributing Factors

Causes and contributing factors

Several factors usually work together. Genetics plays a part, since acne often runs in families. Hormonal shifts, at puberty, around periods, in pregnancy or with conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome, can increase oil production. Heavy or pore-clogging products, friction from masks or helmets, and stress can all add to breakouts. Some medications can trigger acne too. Diet affects some people more than others, and it's rarely the whole story.

Prevention and Ongoing Care

Caring for your skin at home

A steady home routine supports everything we do in clinic. We'll help you choose products that suit acne-prone skin and adjust them as your skin settles.

You'll find the cleansers, treatment serums and sunscreens we recommend in our online shop.

Gentle cleansing:

Cleanse twice a day without scrubbing, and choose non-comedogenic products.

Daily sun protection:

Sunscreen helps dark marks fade and protects skin that's sensitive during treatment.

Hands off:

Leaving spots alone lets inflammation settle and lowers the chance of marks and scarring.

Treatment Options

How is acne treated?

Your plan may include prescription treatment, supportive skincare, or selected in-clinic procedures. We discuss the expected benefits, limitations, costs, and follow-up before you decide.

Medical Acne Treatment

Prescription options selected according to your acne, medical history, and previous response to treatment.

AviClear

A laser option that may be considered following assessment. Your physician will explain suitability, the treatment course, and realistic expectations.

Forever Clear BBL

A light-based option that may be considered as part of an individual acne care plan.

Supportive Skincare and HydraFacial

Selected products and cleansing treatments to help address oil and congestion alongside appropriate acne care.

Corticosteroid Injections

A targeted option for selected large, painful acne lesions, following physician assessment.

How treatments work together

Calming breakoutsActive Acne TreatmentSettles active inflammation and oil, with in-clinic and medical options chosen for your skin.
Daily controlMedical Acne SkincareKeeps pores clear between visits and helps prevent new breakouts from forming.
Even tonePigmentation & Sun-Damage TreatmentFades the dark marks acne leaves behind, once breakouts have settled.

Some patients need only one of these. Others move from calming breakouts to evening out tone as their skin clears.

Medical Assessment

When to see a doctor

Book a physician assessment if you notice:

  • Deep or painful acne, such as nodules or cysts
  • Marks or scarring that are starting to form
  • Breakouts that are worsening quickly
  • Acne alongside irregular periods or increased facial or body hair, which can point to an underlying hormonal condition

Your Consultation

What we assess

Your appointment includes a review of your breakouts, skin sensitivity, current products, medical history, and previous treatments. We also discuss any marks or scarring and what you hope to improve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about Acne

At our clinic, acne is treated with physician-guided medical care and prescription skincare, in-clinic options such as AviClear and Forever Clear BBL, and clarifying facials. Which of these suits you depends on your skin and the type of acne you have. We'll match the options to you at your consultation.

Most acne treatments take several weeks to show a meaningful change, and results vary from person to person. At your visit, we'll give you a realistic timeline based on your acne type and the approach you choose, and we'll check in as your skin responds.

Deeper, inflamed or picked-at acne can leave marks or scars. Treating acne early and leaving spots alone lowers the risk, and established scars can be treated in their own right once breakouts are under control. If you're starting to see marks, it's a good time to book.

Acne Care in Vancouver

Book an Acne Consultation

Meet with one of our physicians to understand your acne and discuss suitable care. Bring your questions, current skincare routine, and details of treatments you have tried.

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Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic combines medical assessment, individualized planning, physician oversight, and a broad range of treatment options in its Vancouver clinic.

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Why Anti-Aging Medical & Laser Clinic?

  • A medical clinic with physicians and experienced medical-aesthetic providers on the team.
  • Science-informed assessment, treatment planning, and realistic expectations.
  • Laser, injectables, skin, body, hair, wellness, and medical services available in one clinic.
  • Complimentary aesthetic consultations are available for appropriate cosmetic and laser services.
  • Personalized skincare and product consultations based on your goals and routine.
  • Home-care guidance to support your skin between in-clinic appointments.
  • Professional skincare products available through the Anti-Aging Vancouver shop.
  • Clear guidance on treatment options, preparation, downtime, aftercare, and next steps.
  • Ongoing follow-up so your plan can evolve as your needs and goals change.