Understanding Acne: Why It Happens and How To Best Treat Acne (Beyond Just Products)

Acne is one of the most common — and most frustrating — skin concerns we treat. From teenage breakouts to adult hormonal acne, it can impact not only your skin but your confidence and emotional wellbeing, too.

At Skin Solutions Canberra, we take a science-based, multi-layered approach and treating acne that goes far beyond harsh products or cover-up treatments. Our goal? To heal, strengthen, and rebalance your skin from the inside out — for real, lasting results.

Let’s take a look at what causes acne, and how advanced in-clinic treatments like LED Light Therapy, Lumixa, Larimedical biomimetic peels, skin needling, and DMK Enzyme Therapy work to help clear it.

🔬 What Causes Acne?

Acne develops when oil glands become overactive and pores become clogged with sebum, dead skin cells, and sometimes bacteria. But what triggers that? Often, it’s a mix of:

• Hormonal fluctuations (think puberty, pregnancy, PCOS, stress)

• Poor cell turnover leading to congestion

• Inflammation in the skin

• Bacterial imbalance (especially C. acnes)

• Barrier dysfunction or impaired healing

  
  

This is why a one-size-fits-all approach rarely works. Acne needs to be tackled from multiple angles — which is where advanced clinical treatments come in.

💡 How We Treat Acne (and Support Your Skin Holistically)

1. LED Light Therapy (Blue & Red Light)

LED is one of our favourite acne-fighting tools.

• Blue light targets acne-causing bacteria without harming healthy skin.

• Red light reduces inflammation, calms redness, and accelerates healing.

Together, these wavelengths work synergistically to reduce breakouts, improve healing, and prevent scarring — completely pain-free and non-invasive.

2. Lumixa Fluorescent Light Energy (FLE)

This innovative bio-stimulating treatment uses topical photoconverter gel + LED light to activate fluorescent light energy within the skin.

The result?

• A powerful anti-inflammatory effect

• Regulated oil production

• Reduced oxidative stress

• Strengthened skin barrier

It’s perfect for both active acne and post-acne healing — especially if your skin is sensitive, inflamed, or prone to relapsing.

3. Larimedical Biomimetic Peels

Unlike traditional peels, biomimetic peels are designed to mimic the skin’s natural processes while delivering active ingredients deeply and safely.

For acne-prone skin, they help by:

• Encouraging cell turnover to decongest pores

• Refining texture and fading pigmentation

• Reducing oiliness without stripping the skin

• Supporting skin renewal without harsh downtime

Gentle, regenerative, and targeted — these peels are a key player in acne recovery.

4. Skin Needling (Microneedling)

Microneedling creates micro-injuries that stimulate your skin’s natural repair processes, including:

• Collagen production for smoother, firmer skin

• Pigment and scarring reduction

• Pore refinement and oil balance

For those dealing with post-acne scarring or uneven texture, skin needling is one of the most effective ways to rebuild skin health from within.

5. DMK Enzyme Therapy

DMK’s famous “Game of Thrones-looking” enzyme mask is more than just Instagrammable — it’s a true corrective treatment.

How it helps acne:

• Flushes away toxins and waste through lymphatic drainage

• Improves circulation and oxygenation

• Strengthens the acid mantle and barrier

• Encourages optimal cell function and detoxification

The result? Skin that functions better, heals faster, and is less likely to break out in the future.

🧠 The Bottom Line: Acne Needs Strategy, Not Just Spot Treatment

No single treatment can cure acne. But with the right combination, performed consistently and tailored to your skin’s unique needs, we can:

• Calm inflammation

• Clear congestion

• Strengthen skin from the inside out

• Prevent scarring and long-term damage

  
  

At Skin Solutions Canberra, our advanced acne programs combine professional-grade treatments, cosmeceutical skincare, and expert education to help you take back control of your skin.

📍 Ready to Start Your Acne Journey?

If you’re tired of trying every product and getting nowhere, it’s time to go deeper. Book a professional consultation and let us create a customised treatment plan that works — backed by science, and designed just for you. Our Skin Reboot Membership is the perfect starting point to get your breakouts under control

💻 Book now📍 Brindabella Business Park | Canberra✨ Science-Backed. Results-Focused. Skin-Obsessed.