How To Treat Acne

Acne Awareness Month: How to Treat Acne Effectively

Acne develops through three key stages:

Excess sebum (oil) production
Blocked pores caused by a mix of sebum and dead skin cells
Bacterial proliferation leading to inflammation

So when we talk about treating acne, we’re really focusing on three core goals:

Regulating excess oil production
Keeping pores clear through effective, gentle exfoliation
Reducing inflammation without damaging the skin barrier

That last point is important. Over-treating or using overly aggressive products can often worsen congestion, leading to blackheads and whiteheads developing into more inflamed breakouts.

It’s also worth remembering that acne isn’t just a teenage concern. Hormonal changes such as pregnancy and menopause, can also play a significant role.

The challenge is that much of the skincare on the market is still designed with teenage skin in mind. Younger skin is typically more resilient and can tolerate stronger, more stripping ingredients.

Try Our Detox Clear Skin Treatment

Mature skin, however, tends to be more sensitive, more reactive, and more easily compromised.

This is exactly where we saw a gap. Which is why we have created the Detox Clear Skin Treatment specifically to support skin that is prone to breakouts, including more mature or hormonally influenced acne.

It works through a combination of clinically active ingredients:

Salicylic Acid to exfoliate within the pore and help clear congestion
Hinokitiol to help manage acne-causing bacteria on the skin
Resveratrol to provide antioxidant support and help protect skin cells from inflammation-related stress
Encapsulated, slow-release Retinol to support gentle cell turnover with reduced irritation.

Simple Steps To Improve Acne

If you’re not quite ready for treatment just yet, there are still some simple habits that can make a real difference:

Avoid touching your face, as this can transfer bacteria and trigger irritation
Do not pick or squeeze breakouts, as this increases the risk of inflammation and scarring
Cleanse twice daily using a gentle, non-stripping cleanser
Choose non-comedogenic skincare and makeup to reduce pore blockage - we recommend and stock Alumier.
Avoid alcohol-based products, which can disrupt the skin barrier and trigger excess oil production
Clean makeup brushes and sponges regularly to reduce bacterial buildup
Keep your phone clean, especially if you tend to break out around the cheeks or jawline
Remove makeup thoroughly every evening
Change pillowcases regularly to reduce contact with bacteria and oil build-up
Track potential triggers such as stress, hormones, diet, products, or lifestyle factors, as acne is highly individual

Small, consistent changes tend to be far more effective than trying to do everything at once.

If you have any questions, or would like to book a consultation with one of our Skincare Specialists please call Alton on 01420 541 888 or Alresford on 01962 736 888. You can also book online.