June is Acne Awareness Month. According to the Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada, acne affects 5 million Canadians, or almost 20% of the population. It’s a common skin condition involving the oil-producing glands in the skin that presents as blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, and large, red, painful bumps and cysts. When these breakouts and blemishes clear, they often leave behind skin discolouration and scarring.
The effects of acne and acne scarring—both physical and emotional—are long-lasting and can greatly impact self-esteem and confidence. Dealing with congested skin is challenging, and the dark marks and scars left behind can be reminders that affect the way we feel about our skin’s appearance. You may start to feel like your appearance is not a reflection of your true form, but we believe everyone deserves to feel comfortable and confident in their skin.
Before getting started, we want to be clear that you should always consult with your family physician or dermatologist about treatment options for acne, as this can be a complex condition with a variety of causes. While we don’t specialize in dealing with chronic acne at FORM, we do offer a range of effective products and treatments to manage the symptoms of mild to moderate acne and address acne scarring.
Medical-grade skincare for acne-prone skin.
A customized, medical-grade skincare regimen can be incredibly effective in restoring your skin to a healthy, balanced state. When it comes to acne, a consistent routine that includes cleansing and exfoliating steps can help to keep breakouts at bay. We’ve put together our top recommendations for an acne-prone skin routine on our online shop. For detailed direction on which products are best suited to you and how to integrate them into your routine, we recommend booking a complimentary skin consultation with Nurse Megan—think of her as your guide to get your skin back on track!
SkinPen microneedling to treat acne scarring.
SkinPen microneedling treatments can effectively treat the marks and depressions that acne scarring leaves behind. Using a vibrating/oscillating head of tiny needles, microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries that the body then works to heal naturally. This process stimulates collagen production to repair signs of damage, including scarring, on the surface of the skin. Optimal results can take 1-3 treatments and these treatments can be separated by 30-45 days.
Skin resurfacing to treat acne scarring.
Acne scarring can also be addressed with a series of skin resurfacing treatments with Venus Versa™. This technology uses small pins to safely deliver energy through the skin’s surface, creating tiny wounds which the body naturally heals. This process repairs signs of damage seen on the surface of the skin for noticeably smoother, healthier looking skin and is safe for all skin tones. We recommend a series of 3 treatments, 4 weeks apart.
If you’re interested in learning more about treatments for acne and acne scarring, contact us to schedule a consultation today.
