Your Journey to Clear, Healthy Skin Starts Here

Acne can be a frustrating and confidence-diminishing condition, but effective solutions are available. At our state-of-the-art clinic in Irvine, we provide cutting-edge acne treatments designed for all skin types, including Fitzpatrick IV and above. From advanced laser therapies to customized skincare regimens, our tailored approach ensures optimal results for every patient.

Why Choose Our Acne Treatments?

1. Tailored for Your Skin Type: Specialized treatments for darker skin tones, ensuring safe and effective care.
2. Advanced Technology: Featuring Hydrafacial MD, Fraxis Duo, and SkinCeuticals products.
3. Experienced Team: Skilled providers with extensive experience in treating stubborn acne and scars.
4. Patient-Centric Care: Personalized plans for mild to severe acne, targeting active acne and scars.

Our Acne Treatment Solutions

Advanced Laser Acne Treatments

Our laser technologies address acne at its root by reducing inflammation, targeting bacteria, and promoting skin healing.

Fraxis Duo Laser:

• How It Works: Combines fractional CO2 and microneedling RF technology to treat active acne, scars, and uneven texture.

Benefits:

• Reduces acne breakouts.
• Stimulates collagen production for smoother skin.
• Minimizes dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
• Before and After: Patients see visible improvements in skin clarity and texture after just 3–5 sessions.

Acne Treatment using Candela Nordlys

How It Works:

The Nordlys system uses Selective Waveband Technology (SWT®), IPL, and the Frax 1940 applicator to treat post-inflammatory redness, pigmentation, and early acne scars.

Applicators Used:

• VL 555 Applicator: Reduces acne-related redness and vascular inflammation.
• PR 530 Applicator: Targets pigmentation and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
• Frax 1940 Applicator: Provides light fractional resurfacing to improve skin texture and address mild scars

Benefits:

• Calms redness and irritation caused by inflammatory acne.
• Reduces pigmentation and dark spots left behind by breakouts.
• Improves skin texture and smoothness over time.

Why It’s Effective:

Nordlys is especially suitable for patients with darker skin tones, offering safe and tailored solutions for acne concerns.

Hydrafacial MD for Acne

This popular treatment is ideal for those seeking non-invasive, instant results.

How It Works:

• Cleanses and exfoliates clogged pores.
• Infuses the skin with acne-fighting serums, including salicylic acid.
• Hydrates to prevent dryness and irritation.

Why It’s Effective:

• Removes impurities and dead skin cells.
• Boosts hydration without clogging pores.
• Suitable for sensitive skin types.

Chemical Peels for Acne-Prone Skin

We offer customized chemical peels to exfoliate and treat acne-related issues.

• Salicylic Acid Peels: Ideal for controlling excess oil and preventing breakouts.
• Glycolic Acid Peels: Targets uneven skin tone and acne scars.
  

What to Expect: Improved skin texture, reduced breakouts, and brighter, more even skin tone within weeks.

Medical-Grade Skincare with SkinCeuticals®

We carry a full range of SkinCeuticals products designed to maintain and enhance your in-office results.

Top Picks for Acne:

• Blemish + Age Defense: Dual-action formula for acne and signs of aging.
• Clarifying Clay Masque: Detoxifies skin and reduces congestion.

Retinol 0.5/1.0: Promotes cell turnover for smoother, clearer skin.

Patient Tip: Using these products between treatments helps maintain clear, glowing skin.

Customized Combination Treatments

We create a comprehensive plan for more stubborn cases that combines treatments for maximum results.

• Example Treatment Plan:
• Start with Fraxis Duo Laser for acne scars.
• Add a Hydrafacial MD session to unclog pores.
• Maintain results with a SkinCeuticals regimen customized for your skin type.

Acne Treatment Results: Before and After

Before (Left Image):

• Severe Acne and Scarring:

The skin shows deep inflammatory acne lesions, significant redness, and noticeable textural irregularities caused by active breakouts and scarring.

• Congestion and Irritation:

The affected area is visibly inflamed, with clogged pores contributing to the severity of the acne.

After (Right Image):

• Reduced Acne Lesions:

Active acne lesions are significantly diminished, with a marked reduction in redness and inflammation.

• Smoother Skin Texture:

The skin appears smoother, with a noticeable improvement in texture and fewer visible scars.

• Improved Clarity:

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and redness have faded, creating a more even skin tone.

• Healthier Appearance:

The treated area looks calmer, clearer, and significantly rejuvenated.

What Made the Difference?

This improvement is the result of a comprehensive, personalized acne treatment plan, which may have included a combination of:

• Fraxis Duo Laser: For deep resurfacing and collagen stimulation to reduce scars.

• Hydrafacial MD: To cleanse and hydrate the skin, targeting active breakouts and unclogging pores.

• Medical-Grade Skincare (SkinCeuticals): To maintain results with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support.

Patient Transformation:

This result demonstrates how our acne treatments can address both active acne and its long-term effects, such as scarring and pigmentation, offering patients smoother and healthier-looking skin.