A personalized, medical approach to clear, healthy skin.

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions—but also one of the most misunderstood. Despite what marketing often suggests, acne is not a simple, one-product fix. It’s a complex condition influenced by multiple factors, and effective treatment requires a thoughtful, layered approach.

At our office, we specialize in treating acne at every stage—with a strong focus on adult women, who often experience persistent or hormonal breakouts long after their teen years.

Acne is a medical skin condition that occurs when pores become clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. This can lead to blackheads, whiteheads, inflamed pimples, cysts, and deeper nodules.

But acne isn’t just surface-level, nor is it simply cosmetic—it can be influenced by:

• Hormonal fluctuations 
• Excess oil production 
• Bacterial imbalance 
• Inflammation 
• Stress and lifestyle factors 
• Improper or ineffective skincare 

Because of this, treating acne requires more than just topical solutions—it requires understanding the root causes.  This requires an expertise and understanding of the skin.  Typically, acne control is only achieved through multiple modalities working cohesively.

One of the biggest misconceptions is that acne is something you simply “grow out of.” In reality, many adults—especially women—experience ongoing or even new-onset acne due to hormonal shifts, stress, and environmental factors.

In fact, we treat more adult women with acne than teenagers. Adult acne often requires a more refined and customized approach to achieve lasting results without compromising skin health.

Situations we often encounter in our office are patients very frustrated with promised fixes falling short. Be cautious of bold claims that suggest acne can be “cured” with a single product—skin doesn’t work that way.  Be especially cautious with trendy clinics overpromising to cure acne with gimmicks, pushing only products with their private label with exorbitant price tags and no medical grade ingredients.  Acne is also a multifactorial condition, not a personal failure, and it’s not something you caused by choosing the wrong cleanser or snack food  Spending hours researching trends or turning to DIY solutions like coconut oil or beef tallow can often worsen congestion or delay real progress. Not to say some of these cannot serve a purpose, but the truth is- acne isn’t simple—and effective treatment requires a strategic, medically guided approach that addresses what’s happening both on and beneath the skin.  

We combine medical-grade treatments with advanced technology to target acne from multiple angles:

When appropriate, prescription medications can help regulate oil production, reduce inflammation, reduce hormonal fluctuation, and control acne-causing bacteria.  The include ingredients like tretinoin, clindamycin, dapsone, niacinamide, spironolactone, sarecycline, and more.

Consistent monthly facials play an important role in managing acne by keeping pores clear, reducing buildup, and supporting healthy skin turnover. Regular treatments help calm inflammation, improve product absorption, and maintain progress between visits. When appropriate, adding microdermabrasion can gently exfoliate the skin, refine texture, and enhance results—making it a powerful complement to your overall acne treatment plan. 

Targeted chemical peels help exfoliate the skin, clear clogged pores, reduce breakouts, and improve post-acne discoloration. These treatments also support healthier skin turnover for long-term clarity.

Our advanced Aquafirme XS Hydro Facial is designed to deeply cleanse, exfoliate, and rejuvenate acne-prone skin. This treatment helps improve circulation, support healing, and enhance overall skin function—making it an excellent addition to your acne plan.

Professional skincare products play a critical role in managing acne at home. We provide guidance on effective, medical-grade formulations that support your in-office treatments and help maintain clear skin between visits.  See a few of our favorites listed below.  These may be purchased in office or click the link below to visit our Amazon storefront.

• Active Serum (iS Clinical)
  A powerful, fast-acting treatment that helps reduce breakouts, smooth skin texture, and improve the appearance of fine lines while supporting overall skin clarity.  Alternative to tretinoin and appropriate for most skin types.
• Lytic Gel Cleanser (Epionce)
  A refreshing, clarifying cleanser designed for oily and acne-prone skin that helps remove excess oil, calm irritation, and keep pores clear without over-drying. A patient favorite.
• Turnover Ampule (Rejuran)
  An advanced regenerative formula that supports skin repair and renewal, helping to improve texture, strengthen the skin barrier, and promote healthier, more resilient skin. 
• Salicylic Acid Serum (La Roche-Posay)
  A targeted exfoliating serum that penetrates pores to dissolve buildup, reduce breakouts, and refine skin texture for a clearer complexion.  OTC and perfect for preteens/teens with congestion of pores.
• ACE Treatment Pads (Clinical Skin)
  Convenient exfoliating pads infused with active ingredients to gently resurface the skin, control oil, and support a smoother, more balanced complexion. 
• Purifying Toner (Epionce)
  A pH balancing toner that helps remove residual impurities, refine pores, and prepare the skin for optimal absorption of treatment products.

Clearing acne is a process, not an overnight fix. With the right combination of treatments, consistency, and expert guidance, significant improvement is absolutely achievable.  

Our goal is not just to clear your skin—but to restore confidence and create long-term skin health.