Active acne and acne scarring need different plans
Active acne
Inflamed spots and congestion are approached gently. A tailored home routine, prescription facials, careful extraction or Dermalux LED may be considered, while painful or persistent acne may need GP or dermatologist care.
Acne marks and scarring
Once breakouts are stable, peels or SkinPen microneedling may be discussed for uneven texture and post-acne marks. Improvement is gradual and no treatment can promise to remove every scar.
What you might notice
- Recurring inflamed spots along the jaw, chin or cheeks
- Congestion and blackheads across the nose and forehead
- Indented or dark marks left behind after healing
Why it happens
Hormonal fluctuation, excess oil, follicular blockage and bacterial overgrowth, often made worse by over-cleansing, harsh scrubs or an unsuitable routine.
How it's approached at the clinic
- 01
Assess active acne, congestion, post-inflammatory marks and established scarring separately
- 02
Use prescription facials, Dermalux LED and an appropriate home routine while active skin settles
- 03
Consider tailored peels or SkinPen microneedling for marks and texture once breakouts are stable
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Refer to a GP or dermatologist where prescription medication is needed
What to expect, honestly
Scarring is improved rather than erased, usually over a course of treatments. Active acne with an underlying medical cause may need medical treatment alongside clinic care.
Questions about acne & acne scarring
Can you treat acne scarring in Wimbledon Village?
Yes. Microneedling with SkinPen Precision and tailored peels are the main options, planned as a course after a full consultation and once any active breakouts have settled.
What is the difference between active acne and acne scarring?
Active acne includes inflamed spots, congestion and recurring breakouts. Acne scarring is the lasting change in texture after spots have healed. They need different approaches, so active inflammation is usually stabilised before resurfacing begins.
Which acne treatments are available at Village Aesthetics?
Depending on your skin, options may include prescription facials, gentle extraction, Dermalux LED, tailored peels and SkinPen microneedling. Not every option is suitable for active acne, and a consultation determines the order of treatment.
Can acne scars be completely removed?
No treatment can promise to erase acne scarring. The aim is to improve the appearance of texture and marks gradually. Deeper scars may need a combined approach or referral for treatment outside the clinic.
What aftercare is important for acne-prone skin?
Follow the routine agreed at consultation, avoid picking or harsh scrubs and use broad-spectrum SPF daily. After peels or microneedling, pause active products and follow the treatment-specific instructions until the skin has settled.
When should acne be referred to a GP or dermatologist?
Painful, widespread, rapidly worsening or persistent acne may need prescription treatment. Village Aesthetics will recommend medical review where clinic treatments and skincare alone are not appropriate.