Acne occurs when the pores in your skin are blocked with oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells that clog your pores. These skin cells, sebum (oily, waxy matter secreted from your glands), dead skin, and hair clump together to plug pores, causing an infection and resulting in inflammation or a pimple. Acne is not discriminatory, and for most people, pimples and acne start to appear during puberty and last into the early 20s and, in more severe cases, even well into adulthood.
What types of acne are there?
The types of acne can vary on the severity of your case, but can include:● Whiteheads: These occur when the pore is clogged and swell due to follicle blockage.● Blackheads: Blackheads appear when the pore is open, but the follicle is being blocked.● Tender bumps: Some patients have small red and tender bumps on their skin called papules.● Pimples: Pimples are distinguished by a red pigment at the base of the affected area and are painful to touch.● Cysts: Cysts are large and clearly visible on the skin, painful to touch, filled with pus and can leave scars if not treated correctly.
What at-home acne treatments are there?
We recommend at-home treatments and general lifestyle changes before taking a more aggressive approach to remedying your acne.
At-home treatments include:● Changing diet: By making small changes in your diet such as cutting out dairy products and wheat, you can identify if a food allergy is causing your acne rather than another environmental issue.● Exercise: Getting plenty of exercise will allow your body to sweat and naturally clear your pores through perspiration.● Not touching your face: While it sounds all too simple, frequently touching your face is an easy way to spread bacteria and can make your acne much worse, spreading the infection into new areas.● Consistently washing your face: By washing your face twice a day with warm water and mild soap, you will help your body fight bacterial infections and keep your pores from being infected or clogged.● Gently scrub your skin: When washing your face, it is important not to scrub your face too hard as the added pressure can push the bacteria further into the pores and make the infection worse.What other treatments are there?
If at-home remedies are not keeping your acne at bay, then it is time to discuss how medication can help manage your breakouts and face or body acne. At ANU Medspa, we prescribe a treatment plan that neutralizes the bacterial infection you may be fighting and utilize various over-the-counter medications or medicated scrubs to manage and remedy your acne breakouts while preventing new ones.
Additional acne treatments include:● Phoenix Thera Lase.● Dadashe.
For more information on acne or to request an appointment, please don’t hesitate to contact us today at (405) 285-4560.
What is a HydraFacial?
Hydrafacial treatments work to improve congested and enlarged pores by combining cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration, and antioxidant protection all in one easy step. Hydrafacials are considered a hydradermabrasion treatment and are able to be performed on all skin types.
Does the HydraFacial help with wrinkles?
Yes! This treatment option can help to improve the appearance of wrinkles in combination with a healthy home skincare regimen. For best results, we recommend maintaining touch up treatments.
How long do results last for peels?
Results will vary depending on the depth of the peel. You may have some flaking for 2 weeks after your treatment revealing the new, glowing skin underneath. While each patient will have their own unique experience, the peel will usually help brighten your skin for a few months following treatment. When done correctly, chemical peels are very healthy for your skin!
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A chemical peel is a treatment to improve and smooth the texture of your facial skin, causing dead skin to slough off to reveal new and healthy-looking skin.
Chemical peels use specific formulations and are safe to use on almost all skins. They vary in strength because they are designed for your skin type or condition. During your consultation, our friendly and educated plastic surgeon will be able to determine which chemical peel and treatment program will be best for you depending on your goals.
There are many benefits to a chemical peel. First, chemical peels can help remove rough skin from the face. They can also improve irregular skin pigmentation from sun-damaged skin. Finally, they can help soften any fine lines and wrinkles that you have on your face.
Our entire staff is dedicated to helping you receive the results that you are looking for. We will work with you to exceed your expectations. We are always willing to answer any of your questions before or after your treatment.
If you have any questions regarding a chemical peel or would like to schedule a consultation, contact us today at (405) 285-4560.
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At ANU Medspa we offer dermaplaning as a skincare treatment that helps to exfoliate your skin and regenerate new skin cells. This procedure helps to accelerate skin cell turnover allowing you to leave our office with glowing, radiant, soft, and youthful skin.
Our technicians will prepare and cleanse your skin before using a medical-grade scalpel to gently exfoliate the outermost layers of your skin. This includes removing dead skin cells and fine facial hair commonly called “peach fuzz”. A finishing solution will be applied to help cleanse your pores after treatment and protect your skin from irritation and redness.
Dermaplaning works to diminish fine lines and scarring, improve skin tone and texture, and promote healthy skin cell growth. There is no downtime and results are seen immediately. This treatment option also enhances the penetration of makeup and other skincare products.
This treatment is safe and effective for all skin types and provides an alternative treatment option to chemical peels or microdermabrasion. It can also be combined with other forms of treatment to allow products or treatments to penetrate deeper into the skin more evenly.
For more information on dermaplaning or to schedule a consultation, contact our office at (405) 285-4560.
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