Acne
At Telma Medical Skin Clinic, we understand that acne can affect more than just your skin. Whether you experience occasional breakouts, persistent congestion or inflammatory acne, our personalised treatment approach is designed to improve skin clarity, reduce visible inflammation and support long-term skin health.
Our approach
Using advanced skin treatments, professional skincare and individualised treatment plans, we aim to address the contributing factors behind acne while helping to improve skin texture, tone and overall appearance.
Our approach is tailored to your skin type, concerns and treatment goals, with a focus on achieving gradual, sustainable improvements.
What is acne?
Acne is a common skin condition that develops when hair follicles become blocked with oil (sebum) and dead skin cells. Bacteria and inflammation can contribute to the development of pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and deeper inflammatory lesions.
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Treatment pricing
From $149
Common causes
Acne can develop due to a combination of factors, with hormonal fluctuations being a common trigger, particularly in adults. Changes in hormone levels can stimulate the sebaceous glands to produce excess oil, increasing the likelihood of clogged pores, inflammation and breakouts. Hormonal acne often appears around the chin, jawline and lower cheeks and may fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle or during periods of hormonal change. Other contributing factors include the build-up of dead skin cells, bacteria, genetics, stress and certain skincare products. Understanding these factors, particularly the role of hormones, helps us recommend a personalised treatment approach tailored to your skin’s individual needs.
Types of acne
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Comedonal acne
Characterised by blackheads, whiteheads and blocked pores, comedonal acne can leave the skin feeling congested and uneven. Treatment may focus on improving pore congestion, supporting skin renewal and establishing an appropriate skincare routine.
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Inflammatory acne
Inflammatory acne presents as red, swollen pimples that may be tender or uncomfortable. Treatment focuses on managing inflammation, supporting the skin barrier and reducing contributing factors.
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Hormonal acne
Often presenting around the chin, jawline and lower cheeks, hormonal acne may fluctuate with hormonal changes. A tailored skincare and treatment plan can help manage its visible symptoms, although medical assessment may be needed for persistent cases.
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Post acne marks and scarring
After breakouts resolve, the skin may be left with red marks, brown pigmentation or textural scarring. These concerns require a different approach from active acne and may benefit from targeted treatments once the skin has been appropriately assessed.
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Suitability is confirmed in consultation, once your skin has been assessed.
The benefits of professional acne care
A personalised acne treatment plan may help to:
Reduce the appearance of breakouts and congestion.
Improve the appearance of uneven skin texture.
Calm visible redness and inflammation.
Address the appearance of post-acne pigmentation and marks.
Support a balanced, consistent home skincare routine.
Reduce the risk of further skin damage by encouraging timely and appropriate management.
Results vary depending on the type and severity of acne, the treatments selected and individual skin responses. Early management is particularly important when acne is persistent, painful or at risk of scarring.
Assessment comes first.
Book a consultation- Nothing on this page is a diagnosis, and no treatment is recommended before you have been seen.
- Suitability depends on your skin, your history and your medications, which is what the consultation is for.
- If a concern is changing, painful, bleeding or new, have it assessed by a doctor rather than treated cosmetically.