Acne/Rosacea

Our skin is the largest and more visible part of our bodies. That’s why pesky spots, discolouration, and other changes to our skin’s appearance can be so frustrating. Acne and ageing are two of the most common skin complaints, with people spending billions worldwide on products to treat them. Another common skin condition that can change a person’s skin is hyper pigmentation. Lifestyle changes and home remedies can be highly successful at treating these conditions. Other people, however, may need stronger prescription medications to improve their skin. If you’re unsure where to start, our medications and skincare tips can help you get healthier, younger looking skin.

One of the most common skin complaints in the UK is rosacea. It’s a chronic but highly treatable skin condition that primarily affects older people with fair skin, but anyone is susceptible to developing it. It causes facial blushing and flushing that tends to come and go.

You might sigh with relief when your acne breakout finally clears up, but some spots can leave distressing reminders behind. When acne is severe enough, it can cause noticeable pits in the skin known as acne scars.

It used to be believed that rosacea caused acne because the bumps caused by rosacea look very similar to acne. This misconception is still prevalent today outside of medical communities so many people with rosacea mistakenly self-diagnose themselves with acne. However, rosacea and acne are two separate conditions with different causes and biochemical processes.

Lymecycline is an effective antibiotic used to treat moderate to severe cases of acne and skin inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications known as tetracyclines and kills off acne-causing bacteria to give you clearer and healthier looking skin.

The acne treatment that will work best for you will depend on your skin type and severity of your acne. For mild or occasional cases, you can try over-the-counter treatments that contain benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, tea tree oil, or azelaic acid. These aim to clear up the acne causing bacteria on your skin.

Skinoren is a topical medication used to treat acne. It contains the active ingredient azelaic acid which is effective in attacking the bacteria Propionibacterium acnes that causes acne. This type of bacteria feeds on the oil (sebum) produced by the sebaceous glands in your skin and leaves behind fatty acids that can inflame the pores and cause acne.

Spots, breakouts, and other similar skin problems don’t just happen to teenagers. While their changing hormones make their skin more likely to suffer from issues, people of any age or gender can experience skin problems at any time.