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Acne treatment

Acne isn’t only experienced by teenagers going through puberty. It is a common skin condition that will affect most people at some point in their life. We can prescribe you an acne treatment or combination of acne medications tailored to your personal needs. With delivery and ParcelShop collection available, getting your treatment is easy.

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What is acne?

Symptoms of acne

The majority of those affected by acne, will experience spots, oily skin and redness, particularly to the face. However, some people will also have back acne, and up to 15% of people will experience chest acne.
Teenagers are the group most affected by the condition, however it is the case that some people experience adult acne.
Types of acne

The types of acne people experience consist of a combination of blackheads, whiteheads and small red bumps called papules, or white tipped spots called pustules. Some people also experience large hard lumps called nodules, as well as cysts which have the appearance of boils and are the most likely to cause acne scarring.
What causes acne?

In the most part acne is caused by changing hormone levels during puberty, the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. During these times our bodies may produce larger amounts of oil than usual, causing blocked pores which creates inflammation, this can then also become infected.
Any other situation that may cause clogged pores such as heavy makeup, sweating or tight clothing can also exacerbate the condition.

What acne treatments are there?

There are a wide range of options available for treating the condition, from topical creams and lotions to specific antibiotics for acne and combined treatments. It is also worth trying to avoid any triggers that exacerbate your acne, giving your skin the time to breathe and respond to acne treatment.
We can prescribe the use of a topical lotion such as Epiduo or a daily antibiotic combined with a gel or cream such as Doxycycline and Duac, women can also be prescribed the contraceptive pill Co-cyprindiol sometimes known by the brand name ‘Dianette’ in conjunction with a cream. Depending on the patient and condition these treatments could help to manage your acne.
How can our acne clinic help you?

Request a treatment, complete your consultation questionnaire and upload two images of your acne. Using this information, we will be able to asses which acne treatment is the most suitable and prescribe this for you. If approved, your treatment can either be collected or delivered.

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Adapalene gel (generic Differin)

Adapalene gel (generic Differin)

Adapalene gel (widely known as Differin) is an acne treatment used on the face, chest or back.

Effective topical gel for treating acne

Aims to reduce blackheads, soreness and irritation
3 month supply

£33.00
Benzoyl Peroxide gel (generic Acnecide)

Benzoyl Peroxide gel (generic Acnecide)

Benzoyl Peroxide gel is a topical gel used to treat mild to moderate acne and it aims to counteract the build-up of oils, inflammation and triggers of acne.

Topical gel applied to mild to moderate acne

Unblocks pores and breaks down comedones
3 month supply

£21.00
Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea)

Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea)

Azelaic Acid gel is an anti-acne preparation gel and is generally used on mild to moderate acne.

Prescribed to treat mild to moderate acne

Suited to those with sensitive skin
3 month supply

£23.00
Epiduo gel

Epiduo gel

Epiduo gel is a topical gel that contains both Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide, this combination works to unblock pores and kill bacteria that cause acne.

Effective branded acne treatment

Combination of Adapalene and Benzoyl Peroxide
3 month supply

£35.00
Duac gel (3%, 1%)

Duac gel (3%, 1%)

Duac gel is an acne-preparation that gets rid of spots by reducing whiteheads and blackheads as well as stopping bacteria that encourages the formation of acne.

Effective branded acne gel

Combines Benzoyl Peroxide and topical antibiotic
3 month supply

£55.00
Co-cyprindiol and Adapalene Gel

Co-cyprindiol and Adapalene Gel

For women experiencing acne, a combination treatment of Co-cyprindiol (sometimes branded as Dianette or Clairette) and Adapalene gel (generic Differin) can reduce the appearance of acne and its formation.

Effective generic oral contraceptive and topical gel

Co-cyprindiol protects against pregnancy, treats and prevents acne
3 month supply

£68.00
Co-cyprindiol and Azelaic Acid gel

Co-cyprindiol and Azelaic Acid gel

The combination pack of Co-cyprindiol contraceptive pill (widely know as Dianette or Clairette) and Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea) can be an effective acne treatment for women, especially for those with sensitive skin.

Effective generic oral contraceptive and gel to treat acne

Treats acne and Co-cyprindiol protects against pregnancy
3 month supply

£66.00
Co-cyprindiol and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Co-cyprindiol and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

A combination acne treatment of the pill (widely known as Dianette or Clairette) and Benzoyl Peroxide gel (generic Acnecide) is often prescribed to women experiencing mild to moderate acne which reacts to hormonal changes.

Combination of oral contraceptive and gel

Treats cause and symptoms of acne
3 month supply

£56.00
Co-cyprindiol and Duac gel

Co-cyprindiol and Duac gel

Combining the contraceptive pill and a topical gel can be an effective treatment for women with mild to moderate acne, treating the cause and appearance of acne.

Combination of oral contraceptive and Duac branded gel

Kills bacteria and breaks down blackheads
3 month supply

£90.00
Co-cyprindiol and Epiduo gel

Co-cyprindiol and Epiduo gel

Hormonal acne can often be effectively treated in women by taking the contraceptive pill Co-cyprindiol (widely known as Dianette or Clairette) and applying the topical Epiduo gel.

Combination of oral contraceptive and branded gel

Helps treat causes and symptoms of hormonal acne
3 month supply

£69.00
Lymecycline and Epiduo gel

Lymecycline and Epiduo gel

Used to treat mild to moderate acne, this combination of acne treatments works to both stop acne from forming as well as treat the symptoms of acne.

Combination of oral antibiotic and branded gel

Suitable for men and women
3 month supply

£60.00
Lymecycline and Adapalene gel

Lymecycline and Adapalene gel

This combination treatment eradicates the bacteria that cause acne and breaks down blackheads and whiteheads, tackling the causes and symptoms of acne.

Effective treatment for eradicating acne-causing bacteria

Can reduce blackheads and whiteheads
3 month supply

£68.00
Doxycycline and Epiduo gel

Doxycycline and Epiduo gel

Prescribed to treat moderate acne, both medications work to kill the bacteria that cause acne and break down the outer layer of skin, blackheads and whiteheads.

1 tablet taken daily, gel applied each evening

Effective acne treatment for some
3 month supply

£68.00
Doxycycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Doxycycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Used to treat mild to moderate acne, this combination treatment both kills the bacteria that cause acne and exfoliates acne that has already formed.

Effective combination acne treatment

Azelaic acid is suitable for those with sensitive skin
3 month supply

£56.00
Doxycycline and Adapalene gel

Doxycycline and Adapalene gel

Prescribed to treat mild to moderate acne, Doxycycline and Adapalene gel (generic Differin) work to kill bacteria that cause acne, as well as break down blackheads and whiteheads.

Effective combination of antibiotics and topical gel

Rounded treatment for causes and symptoms of acne
3 month supply

£66.00
Doxycycline and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Doxycycline and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Used to treat mild to moderate acne symptoms, both Doxycycline and Benzoyl Peroxide gel (generic Acnecide) work to kill bacteria that cause acne and reduce the appearance of spots.

Effective acne treatment for males and females

Treats causes and symptoms of acne
3 month supply

£54.00
Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid gel

A good option for those with sensitive skin, Lymecycline kills bacteria that cause acne and Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea) disrupts the skin processes that help symptoms form.

Effective acne treatment for those with sensitive skin

Exfoliates and breaks down acne
3 month supply

£68.00

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Adapalene gel (generic Differin)

Adapalene gel (generic Differin)

Benzoyl Peroxide gel (generic Acnecide)

Benzoyl Peroxide gel (generic Acnecide)

Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea)

Azelaic Acid gel (generic Finacea)

Epiduo gel

Epiduo gel

Duac gel (3%, 1%)

Duac gel (3%, 1%)

Co-cyprindiol and Adapalene Gel

Co-cyprindiol and Adapalene Gel

Co-cyprindiol and Azelaic Acid gel

Co-cyprindiol and Azelaic Acid gel

Co-cyprindiol and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Co-cyprindiol and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Co-cyprindiol and Duac gel

Co-cyprindiol and Duac gel

Co-cyprindiol and Epiduo gel

Co-cyprindiol and Epiduo gel

Lymecycline and Epiduo gel

Lymecycline and Epiduo gel

Lymecycline and Adapalene gel

Lymecycline and Adapalene gel

Doxycycline and Epiduo gel

Doxycycline and Epiduo gel

Doxycycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Doxycycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Doxycycline and Adapalene gel

Doxycycline and Adapalene gel

Doxycycline and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Doxycycline and Benzoyl Peroxide gel

Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid gel

Lymecycline and Azelaic Acid gel

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