Acne is one of the most prevalent skin conditions among teenagers and young adults. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 85% of people between 12 and 24 experience at least minor acne. Due to its hormonal characteristics, acne is most common during adolescence, yet it may continue during your 30’s and 40’s. Acne in women is also increasing, affecting 15% of adult women in the United States. At the Sleep and Wellness Center, we specialize in acne treatments in New Jersey so you can feel comfortable and beautiful in your skin.
What Is Acne?
Acne is a skin condition caused when oil buildup and dead skin cells clog your hair follicles resulting in whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples. Some other factors that contribute to acne are:
- Inflammation
- Bacteria
- Hormones, stress, and the menstrual cycle in women can all influence oil production
- Hair products, skin care products, and makeup can clog the pores
- What you eat or your diet can produce inflammation
- Medications like corticosteroids, anabolic steroids and lithium
The Different Types of Acne
Acne looks different depending on the severity of your condition:
- Whiteheads (closed plugged pores)
- Blackheads (open plugged pores)
- Small red, tender bumps (papules)
- Pimples (pustules), which are papules with pus at their tips
- Large, solid, painful lumps under the skin (nodules)
- Painful, pus-filled lumps under the skin (cystic lesions)
Acne can appear on the face, forehead, chest, upper back, and shoulders.
Acne Treatments in New Jersey
We know just how painful and detrimental to your self-esteem living with acne can be. That’s why Sleep and Wellness Center offers an array of different treatments to help treat and remove acne, based on your needs, type of acne, and budget:
Peels
- Acne Lift Peel: Uses a combination of salicylic and glycolic acid to exfoliate the skin, kill bacteria, help control oil production, and heal acne.
Lasers
- Icon Laser Resurface: This laser improves and smooths skin irregularities such as acne scars and pigmentation spots (reddish or brownish) that may be indented or raised
- Pico Laser Treatment: This laser’s pulses penetrate deep into the skin, reaching the deep layers affected by acne scarring
Microneedling
- Morpheus 8: Combining micro-needling and radiofrequency (RF), this versatile cosmetic procedure addresses issues like acne scarring
- Potenza RF Microneedling: Combines micro-needling and radiofrequency (RF) to heat the deeper layers of skin, aiding the enhancement of skin texture, acne scarring and other skin conditions
During your initial consultation, our staff will ask you questions about the state of your skin to determine the best possible treatment, whether that be a peel, laser, or microneedling. Some questions may be:
-Does acne run in your family?
-Do you have any dietary habits that might affect your skin?
-Do you notice any patterns or triggers that worsen your acne? (menstrual cycle, stress)
-Have you tried other acne treatments before and what were the results?
-Do you have any other skin conditions or allergies?
Sometimes, if acne symptoms are mild, our staff may recommend a comprehensive skincare routine to help you.
If you wish to schedule an appointment for acne treatments in New Jersey, our office is available for consultations at 31 East Darrah Lane, Lawrence Township, NJ. To schedule an appointment, call 855-611-9116.
Josefina Díaz
Josefina is a content writer with a diverse background in humanities and life sciences. With a passion for clear communication and thorough research, she applies her expertise to the healthcare field, bridging the gap between complex medical information and those on the receiving end.