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What causes acne?
If you're wondering what causes acne breakouts, the answer is usually a combination of factors affecting the skin's oil production and pores.
Acne develops when pores become clogged with oil (sebum), dead skin cells, and bacteria. This can lead to blackheads, whiteheads, and inflamed spots.
Common causes and triggers include:
- Excess oil production in the skin
- Hormonal changes (such as puberty, periods or stress)
- Bacteria within clogged pores
- Genetics – some people are more prone to acne than others
- Certain skincare or makeup products
- Diet and lifestyle factors in some cases
Acne can vary in severity. We can treat mild to moderate acne here at Dr Leah Clinics; if you have severe or cystic acne, your first port of call should be your GP or an NHS dermatologist.
How to treat acne and get rid of breakouts
If you're suffering from acne, you're probably eager to get rid of it ASAP – but it's important to understand that there's no quick fix for spotty, oily skin. Effective acne treatment requires a consistent, tailored approach.
Here at Dr Leah Clinics, we combine medical-grade skincare with professional in-clinic treatments to get acne breakouts under control. Since we offer a variety of anti-acne treatments, we always recommend starting with a skin consultation. This allows our skincare specialists to assess the severity of your acne problem and recommend a personalised treatment plan.
Acne treatments at Dr Leah Clinics
We offer a range of treatments for mild to moderate acne. In some cases, we may recommend combining two or more treatments for better results (depending on the condition of your skin).
- Our anti-acne facial treatment focuses on deep cleansing, exfoliation and blackhead extraction to help clear congested pores.
- Obagi Clenziderm is a medical-grade skincare regime that's designed to target acne at home.
- Obagi Blue Radiance is a superficial chemical peel that exfoliates the skin and helps to improve the appearance of both active acne and post-acne marks.
We can also treat scars and redness left behind by past acne breakouts. See our Acne Scarring page for more information.
Acne treatment: before and after
Obagi Blue Radiance peel (x3) paired with at-home Obagi skincare.
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Why choose Dr Leah Clinics for acne treatment?
At Dr Leah Clinics, you will be treated by experienced skincare specialists who understand the complexity of acne and how to manage it safely and effectively.
- Doctor-led clinics with extensive experience in treating acne
- Personalised acne treatment plans tailored to your skin
- Combining the very best medical skincare products and in-clinic treatments
- Focus on long-term skin health, not just quick fixes
- Convenient clinic locations in London and Essex
