GENTLEMAX PRO LASER - CHEMICAL PEEL - MEDICAL GRADE SKIN CARE

Acne is the most common skin condition in Canada, but the treatment of acne remains confusing and frustrating for many individuals. Acne primarily affects the skin over the face, but it is commonly found on the body in the areas of the shoulders, back, and chest. Acne causes emotional distress, lowering self-esteem and confidence. Severe acne can even be painful. Overtime, acne can even cause facial scarring.

The good news is that there are many viable treatment options for treating and managing acne. At Jeunesse Spa and Skin Care, we believe that taking an active approach to skin management is the best way to treat and prevent acne. We pride ourselves in offering the most up to date and clinically relevant treatment options for our patients.

About Acne
Your skin is covered in small pores which can become blocked by oil, dirt, makeup and bacteria. When there is a blocked pore, you can develop a pimple. Changes in hormones are the most common triggers of acne. Stages of life that bring about hormonal changes (puberty, menstruation, and pregnancy) are prone to increased acne. Hormonal changes increase the amount of oil that your pores produce, which can block pores and cause uncomfortable skin lesions.

Acne can present in many forms including:
Blackheads: Blackheads are small bumps that appear on your skin as a result of clogged hair follicles. The surface of the bump looks dark/black.
Whiteheads: Whiteheads are a type of acne that forms when dead skin cells, oil and bacteria are trapped within a pore. The whitehead forms under the surface of a closed pore.
Papules: A papule is a small abnormal area of skin lesion, usually a result of irritation or reaction to infection, medication, or cosmetics.
Pustules: Pustules are what most people think of as pimples. They are small areas of skin that contain puss or oil.
Cysts: A cyst occurs when a pustule becomes hard and painful.

Acne Side effects
Oftentimes after acne clears it leaves visible discoloration or scars on the skin. Here is a list of some of the common side effects of acne.

Dark spots on the skin: Dark spots appear after the acne heals. Dark spots can take months or years to heal.
Scarring: People who get cystic acne are often left with scars when the acne clears. As you age, your skin loses collagen, making acne scars more visible.
Fortunately, at Jeunesse Spa and Skin Care, there are treatment options to reduce your occurrence of acne as well as reduce the likelihood of permanent scarring.

HOW WE TREAT IT

Acne Treatment - Medical Grade Facial and Skin Care
Our Assistant is an expert in the field of skincare health and can treat acne with a medical grade facial, which may include acne drainage and extraction. Extractions ease the pain of acne and reduce the likelihood that the cyst will leave a scar. Medical grade skin products are used to remove bacteria, cleanse and hydrate the skin. A medical grade facial will leave the skin feeling clean, fresh, clear and moisturized. A medical grade facial is often the first and most conservative step in treating acne. We will teach you skin management strategies so that you can continue proper skincare at home.

Acne Treatment - Chemical Peel
Chemical peel for Acne: Chemical skin peels are a classic cosmetic procedure to renew and revitalize skin. Chemical peels use an acidic solution to peel away the most superficial layers of skin, unclogging pores and reducing surface acne. The peel works by forcing cellular turnover, revealing new skin cells that have improved tone and texture.

The Jeunesse Cosmedical ReJuvePeel is an excellent option for treating acne and addressing lingering dark spots.The Jeunesse Cosmedical ReJuvePeel is intended to target sun damage, melasma and acne scarring. After the application, skin peeling begins 24-48 hours and lasts 6-7 days. Typical results are visible after one treatment and can last for several months. This is a great option for acne prone skin.

It is important to note that skin peels are not recommended for individuals that have a known allergy to aspirin, have active cold sores, those who are pregnant, are receiving chemotherapy or have had recent waxing in the treatment area.

Acne Treatment - GentleMax Pro Laser
The Candela GentleMax Pro: GentleMax Pro is the laser treatment unit of choice at Jeunesse Spa and Skin Care. This system has been shown in clinical documentation to have a very high success rate and high rates of patient satisfaction. The GentleMax Pro can be used to treat surface acne with no down time after the procedure.