Acne & Breakouts

Supporting Clearer, Healthier and More Confident Skin

Acne and breakouts are among the most common skin concerns and can affect individuals of all ages — not only during adolescence but throughout adulthood and menopause too. Persistent breakouts, inflammation and post-acne marks can impact confidence, self-esteem and emotional wellbeing, often leaving people feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by their skin.

At The Qlinic, we understand that acne is far more than “just spots.” Every individual’s skin journey is unique, which is why we take a compassionate, personalised and professional approach to acne management and skin health.

Our advanced skin treatments are designed to support clearer, calmer and healthier-looking skin whilst helping to reduce congestion, inflammation, scarring and post-inflammatory pigmentation over time.

Our Approach to Acne-Prone Skin

At The Qlinic, we focus on improving overall skin health whilst supporting the skin barrier and reducing inflammation.

Rather than using harsh or aggressive approaches, our treatments are carefully selected to help calm, rebalance and strengthen the skin whilst improving skin clarity and texture over time.

Depending on your skin concerns, your personalised treatment plan may focus on:

  • Reducing active breakouts and congestion

  • Calming inflammation and redness

  • Regulating excess oil production

  • Supporting skin healing and repair

  • Improving acne scarring and pigmentation

  • Strengthening overall skin health and resilience

Understanding Acne and Breakouts

Acne is one of the most common skin conditions worldwide and can affect people of all ages, not just teenagers. Research suggests that approximately 80–95% of individuals experience acne at some point in their lives, with many continuing to experience breakouts well into adulthood.

Adult acne is becoming increasingly common, particularly amongst women, with hormonal fluctuations, stress, lifestyle factors and menopause all contributing to changes within the skin. Studies have shown that up to 40% of adult women may continue to experience persistent acne or breakouts beyond their teenage years.

Acne develops when hair follicles become blocked with excess oil, dead skin cells and bacteria, leading to inflammation and congestion within the skin.

Acne and blemishes may appear as:

  • Blackheads and whiteheads

  • Congested pores

  • Papules and pustules

  • Inflamed breakouts

  • Hormonal acne

  • Cystic acne

  • Post-acne pigmentation

  • Acne scarring

A variety of factors can contribute to acne and breakouts, including:

  • Hormonal fluctuations

  • Stress

  • Excess oil production

  • Genetics

  • Skincare products

  • Lifestyle factors

  • Environmental influences

Understanding the underlying causes of your skin concerns allows us to create a treatment plan tailored specifically to your skin needs and long-term skin health goals.

Treatments for Acne & Breakouts

A combination of treatments may be recommended depending on the severity of your concerns and your skin type, including:

  • IPL Acne Treatment

  • Chemical Peels

  • Carbon Facial

  • Microneedling

  • HydrO2 Facial

Treatments may be used individually or combined as part of a bespoke skin treatment programme tailored to your skin goals.