Acne Clinic

What is Acne?
Acne is a common condition affecting adolescents most commonly. However it can persist into adult hood.
At Slievemore Laser and Medical Skin Care Clinic all clients are seen by a medical doctor for advice. We offer advice about medical treatments available on prescription, skin care products to use on your skin. In addition we offer glycolic peels carried out by a medical doctor.

Common features of acne are:
• Blackheads (open comedones)
• White heads (Closed comedones )
• Red bumps (papules)
• Spots containing pus (pustules)
• Cysts
• Large inflamed lumps (nodules)
• Scarring
• Pigmented areas more common with darker skin types

Acne can be graded as mild, moderate or severe depending on severity

Some General Advice
• Do not pick at spots as these increases the risk of scarring
• There is no link with diet or food so exclusion diets do not work.
• Avoid oil based cosmetics, sunscreens and make- up.
• Avoid extremes of temperature – saunas etc.

What to do if you have Mild Acne
If you have mild acne you may try topical agents which are available over the counter at your pharmacy without a prescription.
Antiseptic washes (Neostrata cleansers, Cetaphil washes, Clearasil)
Salicylic acid preparations which exfoliate follicles and remove excess sebum or oil (Neutrogena oil- free acne Wash)
Panozyl creams or gels to apply to affected area.

If the above are unsuccessful or your acne is more severe then make an appointment with a medical practitioner to discuss other options which require a prescription.
Topical antibiotics such as Dalacin T or Zineryt. Topical antibiotics are applied twice daily until acne is controlled.
Topical retinoids are often prescribed in conjunction with topical antibiotics. E.g. Isotrex, Retin –A or Differin.

If you have Moderate to Severe Acne
The following options will be discussed with you at your consultation
Oral antibiotics such as tetracyclines, Doxycycline, lymecycline or minocyclines.
Occasionally in the case of females the contraceptive pill known as Dianette may be prescribed.

If your acne is severe, developing scarring or not responding to antibiotics then Roaccutane or oral isotretinoin may be advised.
Call us on (01) 2000 500 for consultation
Medical consultation / prescription - €65

Glycolic Peels
Glycolic Peels are derived from sugar cane and works by loosening the glue-like attachments that occurs in acne, pigmentation, and skin ageing. Glycolic peels reduce fine lines and wrinkles, acne and acne scarring.
Usually approximately six treatments are recommended.

The Home Care Programme
Prior to your peel your medical practitioner will advise a home care programme for 2 weeks before your peel. The home care programme contains lower percentages of glycolic acid in order to ensure that your skin is able to tolerate glycolic acids.

What happens on the day of your Glycolic peel?
• Your skin is cleansed first
• The glycolic peel is then applied to your skin. You may experience a mild stinging sensation. The peel is left on your skin for adequate time to obtain good results. This will be determined by your medical practitioner
• Your skin may become red after the peel and there may be white frosting in some areas. Redness will subside in first few day, this is normal.
• It is vital that you wear sun protection factor on your skin after your peel. You should not expose your skin to the sun after your peel.
• Do not pick at peeling skin.

Consultation for Glycolic Peel €50, redeemable on your first treatment.
Call us on (01) 2000 500 for consultation

Mild Acne

Moderate Acne

Severe Acne