• What causes acne?


• How is acne different in girls?


• What kind of acne treatments are available for girls?


• What should girls know about cosmetics, skin care products and acne?


• What can girls do to prevent acne?

What causes acne?

Acne is a skin condition that occurs because of clogged pores that result from an overproduction of sebum. Sebum is an oily substance secreted from the sebaceous glands under the skin of the face, neck, shoulders, back, and chest. Acne is most common in teens because of the hormonal activity of puberty, which stimulates sebum production.

How is acne different in girls?

Since acne is most often a hormonal event in teenagers, it usually occurs with the onset of puberty. In girls, puberty typically starts at a younger age than in boys, which means girls get acne earlier in life.

In addition to the puberty-related changes experienced by all teens, girls must also contend with the hormonal swings of menstruation, so acne may flare at certain times during the menstrual cycle.

Girls also differ in their response to acne. Because they are more likely to use skin care products than boys, they are often more receptive to the topical treatments recommended for acne. 

What kinds of acne treatments are available for girls?

• Danne Acne Alkaline Wash is a very effective in-clinic treatment at Invigor8.  It is recommended to treat acne breakouts promptly to avoid or reduce appearance of pigmentation and scaring. 


• The goal of acne treatment is to kill bacteria, remove dead skin cells, and lower sebum production. It  is recommended to start acne treatment early to avoid acne scars. Although there are acne scar treatment like skin needling, preventing acne is still the best acne treatment. The Invigor8 Paramedical Skin Technicians will choose an acne treatment based on the severity of the acne, which could be mild, moderate or severe.


• Cleanse twice a day but not with soap. The ideal cleanser is pH balanced, mild and would not block the pores. It should contain no or minimal perfume, alcohol and surfactant that may cause allergy or irritation.


• Many mild cases may respond to simple home care prescription such as Danne Acne Wash.  For moderate to severe cases, Invigor8 Paramedical Skin Technician will recommend something stronger to avoid prolonging the acne and the risk of scarring. In that case, you may be prescribed in clinic treatments like Alkaline Wash or Chemical Peel.


• In most cases, dermatologists prescribe isotretinoin (accutane or roaccutane), an effective prescription medication that carries potentially serious side effects. The doctor must monitor you closely for such side effects if you take this medication. Pregnant women should never take isotretinoin. 


• Invigor8 Medi-Spa solutions work with you through all stages of acne treatments from acne prevention, acne cure and reduction of scar tissues.  Our Scar Reduction Treatment (SRT) is effective in reducing 70% of the scar resulting from severe acne.


• Stick with it. No prescription or treatment can do its job properly unless it is given time to work. It’s very important to be patient and follow prescribed treatment, for as long as directed. If you do not see results right away, do not be discouraged. Your treatment is hard at work preventing new lesions from forming. Stopping treatment early will likely cause pimples and zits to reappear.

What should girls know about skincare products and acne?

In choosing cosmetics and skin care products such as cleansers, girls have many acne-fighting products to choose from. To kill P. acnes and other acne-causing bacteria, use a gentle cleanser containing benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, or salicylic acid such as DANNE Acne Wash. See the prevention section below for tips on using a cleanser properly.

When shopping for makeup, hair products, moisturizers, and other cosmetics, avoid heavy, greasy formulations that could clog pores and worsen your acne. Choose products labeled noncomedogenic or non-acnegenic, as these are less likely to block your pores. Today, you can even find acne-medicated makeup and spot treatments, which conceal and heal your lesions at the same time.

What can girls do to prevent acne?

• Cleanse your skin twice a day with a mild DANNE Deep Pore Cleanser; avoid scrubbing hard with a washcloth—it will not help the acne go away and it may worsen the condition by irritating the skin and spreading the bacteria.Choose oil-free cosmetics, preferably those labeled noncomedogenic or nonacnegenic such as DMK Cosmetics. Remove makeup at the end of the day to prevent clogged pores using your cleanser.


• Teens tend to get acne in the T-zone of the face (chin, nose, and forehead), so use an oil-free moisturizer if possible, and use less moisturizer in those areas.


• Keep hair products away from the face, and if your hair is long enough to touch your face, keep it clean to keep oil away.


• Wash your face gently after working around oily substances (such as in a hot kitchen or gas station) and after exercising.


• Do not touch your face, because the oil and bacteria from your hands can worsen your acne.


• Avoid the temptation to pick at or squeeze your pimples or zits—this can irritate them and cause scarring.


• If you are using a medication or undergoing treatment, give it time to work. Your skin may look worse before it looks better, and it may be 6-8 weeks before you see improvement. If you do not see results after two months, talk to your Invigor8 Paramedical Skin Care Technician about switching treatments or adjusting your prescription.


• The sooner you treat your acne, the easier it will be to bring it under control. Virtually any case of acne is treatable, and it’s much easier to eliminate lesions in the early stages, which keeps them from growing and prevents scarring.

Invigor8 Medi-Spa provides the following advice on skin concerns for general information purposes only.  In following the information provided in these pages, audiences accept that this does not replace in-clinic consultation, analysis and recommendation. 

The best results are achieved when the correct home care products are combined with regular salon treatments.   We guarantee you will be most delighted with the results from Invigor8 Medi-Spa.

Contact us to book your appointment or if you have further queries.  

• phone (08) 9443 3442 at Yokine 


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• email to info@invigor8skin.com.au

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