How to Get Rid of Acne and Scarring: Science-Led Treatments at Allure Passions UK
Before and After - Advatx Laser 5 Acne treatments
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions worldwide and affects people of all ages. While many associate acne with teenage years, adult acne is increasingly common, particularly in women. Acne can present as blackheads, whiteheads, inflamed papules, pustules, deep nodules, or painful cysts, and if left untreated, it may lead to scarring and long-term changes in skin texture and unwanted pigmentation. At Allure Passions UK, we specialise in advanced, evidence-based treatments such as ADVATx laser, BioRePeel, and prescription-strength tretinoin, combining science-driven treatments with personalised care to restore skin health and help patients feel confident again.
Types of Acne
Acne does not present in the same way for every individual. The main types include:
Cystic acne: Characterised by deep, pus-filled lesions and nodules, often painful and prone to causing scars.
Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis): Caused by yeast overgrowth in the hair follicles, resulting in itchy, inflamed, uniform bumps.
Hormonal acne: Common in adults, particularly women, driven by fluctuations in androgen levels leading to excess oil and clogged pores.
Nodular acne: Severe form producing painful nodules beneath the skin’s surface alongside visible breakouts.
Comedonal acne: Includes whiteheads (closed comedones) and blackheads (open comedones) resulting from clogged pores.
All types of acne can impact self-esteem, and severe forms such as cystic and nodular acne are most likely to result in permanent scarring if untreated.
The Role of Cutibacterium acnes in Acne
A central factor in the development of acne is the bacterium Cutibacterium acnes (formerly known as Propionibacterium acnes), a natural resident of the skin’s pilosebaceous unit. While harmless in balance, certain strains of C. acnes become pathogenic in the presence of excess sebum and blocked follicles.
Virulent strains: Acne-associated subtypes, especially IA1, produce pro-inflammatory mediators and porphyrins that generate oxidative stress and fuel inflammation.
Biofilm formation: Pathogenic C. acnes can form biofilms inside follicles, making breakouts more resistant to the immune system and conventional antibiotics.
Immune activation: The bacterium stimulates Toll-like receptor (TLR) pathways in skin cells, triggering a cascade of inflammation that manifests as papules, pustules, and nodules.
Microbiome imbalance: Healthy skin typically maintains a diverse balance of C. acnes subtypes alongside other commensals such as Staphylococcus epidermidis. In acne-prone skin, pathogenic strains dominate, driving flare-ups and chronic inflammation.
Targeting C. acnes with Treatment
ADVATx laser reduces inflammation by improving vascular regulation and skin healing, helping to calm the immune overreaction driven by C. acnes.
BioRePeel promotes accelerated skin cell turnover, reducing follicular blockage where C. acnes thrives.
Tretinoin strengthens the skin barrier, regulates keratinisation, reduces sebum buildup, and creates an environment less favourable for pathogenic strains.
At Allure Passions UK, we design personalised protocols to directly target these underlying microbial imbalances while restoring skin health, clarity and confidence.
Causes and Triggers of Acne
Acne is multifactorial, with several underlying and external triggers:
Hormonal fluctuations: Androgenic hormones stimulate excess sebum production. This is why puberty, menstrual cycles, pregnancy and contraceptives such as the implant can trigger acne.
Sebum and keratinisation: Overproduction of sebum combined with abnormal shedding of keratinocytes clogs pores and fuels comedone formation.
Bacterial dysbiosis: Imbalances in skin flora, particularly dominance of pathogenic C. acnes, perpetuate inflammation.
Dietary influences: High glycaemic foods, dairy and whey protein are linked with higher acne severity.
Stress: Elevated cortisol contributes to increased sebum production and inflammation.
Environmental and lifestyle factors: Humidity, pollution, comedogenic skincare or makeup and friction from clothing or headwear worsen breakouts.
Evidence-Based Treatments at Allure Passions UK
At our clinic, we provide multi-modal, tailored solutions for acne and post-acne scarring:
ADVATx Laser Therapy: Uses dual wavelengths to calm inflammation, target vascular components, and stimulate collagen for repair. Particularly effective for active acne and acne scars.
BioRePeel: A medical-grade chemical peel that accelerates skin cell turnover, reduces comedones, and is especially effective for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and post-acne erythema.
Prescription Tretinoin: Normalises keratinisation, enhances skin renewal, strengthens the barrier, and reduces excess oil and bacterial load.
Together, these treatments address the root causes of acne, repair skin damage and restore an even, healthy complexion.
Long-Term Results and Post-Acne Care
Beyond clearing active breakouts, our protocols focus on long-term skin health. BioRePeel is particularly valuable for reducing pigmentation left behind after acne, including:
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) – dark marks where blemishes have healed.
Post-inflammatory erythema (PIE) – red or pink discolouration caused by dilated capillaries after inflammation.By addressing both active acne and its sequelae, we ensure results are not only clear skin today, but also lasting confidence and resilience for the future.
By addressing both active acne and its sequelae, we ensure results are not only clear skin today, but also lasting confidence and resilience for the future.
Clear Skin with Confidence
Acne can feel overwhelming, but advanced, science-led treatments mean you no longer need to live with constant breakouts or scars. At Allure Passions UK, our personalised acne programmes combine technology, clinical expertise and medical-grade skincare to restore clarity and confidence.
Book your consultation today and take the first step towards clear, healthy, radiant skin.
