Acne is a common skin concern affecting both teenagers and adults. This may range from occasional breakouts to persistent or recurring acne and is often influenced by hormones, stress, lifestyle, skincare choices, and underlying health factors.
At Hardwick Clinic, we take a medical, personalised approach focused on long-term skin health, not just short-term clearance.
They can affect the face, chest, back, neck, or shoulders and may fluctuate over time.
Adult-onset spots are particularly common in women and may be linked to hormonal changes, including perimenopause, menopause, and HRT.
When spots occur alongside facial redness, this may indicate rosacea or another dermatological condition rather than acne alone, and should be professionally assessed.
Spots usually develop due to a combination of factors, including oil production, blocked pores, inflammation, hormones, stress, diet, gut health, and skincare. Many conditions that cause spots are chronic or long-standing and often require ongoing management rather than a one-off treatment.
We offer a free initial consultation, including a personalised skincare review. Treatment plans are supported with regular follow-up appointments.
We work closely with local healthcare practitioners and refer to trusted colleagues, including dermatologists and plastic surgeons, when appropriate.
Our clinical approach is informed by research experience in the skin microbiome, which plays an important role in acne and rosacea and is integrated into everyday practice.
We offer a comprehensive range of bespoke skincare regimes. These do not have to be complicated, but you have to be committed to one.
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