​Get Rid of That Disgusting Acne for Good

​The best acne treatment is right around the corner here in Ogden, Utah at Ogden Skin Care Center.

If you are wondering how to treat acne, how to treat pimples or just how to clear up acne fast, our licensed and certified estheticians can not only give you proper skincare advice, but also perform laser treatment for acne.
Acne is a forerunner in skin concerns amongst the population and rightfully so! Whether moderate to severe, male or female, teenager or adult, acne can plague the skin causing aesthetic woes; if left untreated or treated improperly, acne lesions can cause further acne scarring.

---

Acne vs Pimple There are different types of pimples and treatment and different acne types and treatment. Firstly, pimples form due to a specific blockage in the pores of the skin whereas acne is a broad term denoting the overaction of sebaceous glands due to androgen (a hormone) production in the hair follicle.

Unlike pimples, acne is a disease that may require escalated, non-invasive forms of action. Other types of pimples and acne common terms used are zits, boils, whiteheads, blackheads, and acne cysts.

How to get rid of pimples Treatment for pimples include the application of over-the-counter topical solutions like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide, or taking oral prescription medication like erythromycin, isotretinoin, and tetracyclines.

How to get rid of acne Acne treatments consist of chemical and facial peels, microdermabrasion, and IPL Laser acne treatment in addition to medication. No matter your skin condition, our team is ready to clear up your skin for good with acne treatments that work!

Quick Q & A

1) What are the causes of acne?
a. Stress
b. Anabolic steroids
c. Genetic predisposition
d. Inflammation
e. Hormonal fluctuations
f. Use of harsh chemicals
g. Bacterial infection
h. Diet
i. Clogged pores
j. Dead skin cells

2) Is there a back acne treatment available?
a. Back-acne or “bacne” can be treated by blue light and laser technology. These types of treatments are for severe acne and acne scars. If your body acne is not as severe, medications and topical treatments, as well as hygiene and diet changes may be necessary. Other prone areas for the spread of acne are the chest and shoulders.

​3) Is laser treatment for acne scars effective?
a. Yes! This is the most effective, non-invasive, instant result treatment available.