Acne & Acne Scarring
Acne has a way of showing up when you least expect it and staying longer than it should. It affects people of all ages and skin types, and even once it clears, it can leave behind textural scarring and discoloration that lingers for years. If over-the-counter products and prescription treatments have not gotten you where you want to be, there are clinical options that work at a deeper level. At MD Cosmetic, we offer a range of treatments for both active acne and the scarring it leaves behind, available at our Port Moody and Abbotsford clinics.
What Causes Acne and Acne Scarring?
Acne is rarely caused by one thing. The most common contributing factors include:
- Excess oil production: Overactive sebaceous glands create the conditions for pores to become clogged.
- Dead skin cell buildup: When skin cells do not shed properly, they mix with oil and block pores.
- Bacteria: The bacteria that lives naturally on skin can trigger inflammation inside clogged pores.
- Hormonal changes: Fluctuations in hormones, particularly during puberty, menstruation, and menopause, increase oil production and breakout frequency.
- Genetics: A family history of acne or acne scarring increases your likelihood of experiencing both.
Scarring develops when inflammation from a breakout damages the skin's underlying tissue, leaving behind depressions, raised texture, or lasting discoloration after the breakout heals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clinical treatments can significantly reduce active acne and improve the skin's overall condition, but ongoing maintenance is often needed depending on the underlying cause of your acne.
In some cases, yes. Certain treatments address both active acne and residual scarring. Our team will build a plan that treats both concerns together where appropriate.
Many types of acne scarring can be significantly improved with the right treatment plan. Complete resolution depends on the depth and type of scarring, but most patients see meaningful improvement over a series of treatments.
Book a consultation at our Port Moody or Abbotsford location. Our team will assess your concerns and recommend the most appropriate treatment for your hair type and goals.
Book a consultation at our Port Moody or Abbotsford location. Our team will assess your skin and build a treatment plan suited to your specific acne and scarring concerns.
