Common Acne Terms

Glossary

  • Acne

    Acne is a skin condition characterized by clogged hair follicles, resulting in various types of lesions, and its treatment varies based on severity, from topical solutions to prescription medications.

  • Cystic Acne

    Cystic acne is a severe form of acne vulgaris.

  • Glycolic Acid Treatment

    Glycolic acid, derived from sugarcane, fights acne by inhibiting the growth of the acne-causing bacteria P. acnes.

  • IPL Acne Treatment

    IPL Acne treatment eliminates acne-causing bacteria at the root.

  • LHE Acne Laser

    LHE (Light and Heat Energy) acne laser treatment is a type of therapy that uses a combination of light and heat energy to target and treat acne lesions.

  • Manual Extraction

    Extraction of blackheads, milia, and pustules, often accompanied by a medical facial to improve skin health.

  • Microneedling

    Microneedling uses fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin's surface. It's effective for improving the appearance of acne scars.

  • Ozone Therapy

    Ozone therapy neutralizes toxins and impurities and increases blood circulation, breaking up puss and killing harmful bacteria.

  • Plexr Plus

    Plexr Plus (or plasma soft surgery) is a non-surgical treatment that causes the skin to tighten using plasma technology. This treatment can be used for non-surgical facelifts and to treat acne and acne scarring.

  • Red Light Therapy

    Red light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses red or near-infrared light to stimulate cellular processes in the body, offering benefits for skin health, pain management, wound healing, and more.