Comedone Extractions Acne Treatment

Comedone extractions or acne extractions are a technique which is sometimes used or suggested for treating acne.

‘Comedones’ is the medical term for small bumps on the skin associated with acne. They appear due to blocked pores, where the hair follicle is clogged by a combination of skin debris (keratin) and oil (sebum).

• Blackheads are known as ‘open comedones’. They become black due to pigment at the surface of the comedo (melanin), not dirt as commonly thought
• Whiteheads are known as ‘closed comedones’. These have no pigment at the surface and are completely blocked.

Keratin is an insoluble protein found in the skin. Combined with sebum it can form a hard plug which becomes a spot. As the keratin/sebum plug develops and grows, it may rupture the comedo wall. This is where a spot can develop into a more significant papule, pustule, nodule or cyst; becoming quite inflamed and tender.

Comedo Extraction

As comedones are the source of acne problems, some dermatologists suggest comedo extraction – which is the physical removal of comedones.

This may be done in a number of ways:

• Use of a special comedone extractor tool
• Steam extraction
• Electrosurgery

The principle is that removal of the comedones should reduce inflammation and help the skin to heal.

However, it is very important that comedo extraction is done properly using sterile equipment with an experienced practitioner. This is more than an advanced version of squeezing spots! Beware as incorrect comedo extraction could even make the problem worse, potentially leading to greater inflammation and even scarring.

In addition, there is a high risk of comedones returning within a couple of months, which means that comedo extraction needs to be repeated regularly.

Acne Extractions at ClinicbeAcne

ClinicbeAcne offers a host of treatments for acne.

Medical extractions may be included within a specialist acne facial, where the comedone extraction is carried out under clinical conditions and then accompanied by other treatments to improve the health of the skin.

Find out more about our customisable facials in ‘build your own’ facials at Clinicbe, London.

A facial is a very helpful addition to any acne regime and works particularly well alongside Plasma Shower, Acnelan, IPL, Medication, Nutritional Programmes and Supplements.

Professional Treatments for Acne

To improve the condition of acne, good treatments to consider include:

• Facials with appropriate products for acne. Steps such as exfoliation and a light peel mask can be helpful before application of specialist products to soothe and heal acne troubled skin
• Plasma shower delivers energy into the skin where it works to kill acne bacteria both on the surface skin and also deeper within pores
• Laser/IPL works to target acne troubled areas killing bacteria, reducing redness and promoting healing within the skin
• Dermapen microneedling can be very helpful in boosting skin healing and renewal. At ClinicbeAcne, Dr Barbara Kubicka offers this treatment combined with a gentle chemical peel in a treatment protocol developed specifically for acne sufferers
• Exfoliating treatments such as peels or microdermabrasion, designed to remove dead skin cells and excess oil
• Nutritional advice and supplements designed to improve the skin from within
• Medication can be prescribed as required where required, but this is usually only short term to tackle an outbreak, as our patients tend to prefer alternatives to medication in order to avoid unpleasant side-effects
• Customised acne treatment plans with specialist skincare products designed for daily use at home

See more acne treatments, available at ClinicbeAcne, London.

ClinicbeAcne

London Acne Treatment Centre

ClinicbeAcne is a specialist skincare centre based in Knightsbridge, London – easily accessible from Chelsea, Belgravia, Mayfair and Kensington.

The clinic is fully registered for treating patients from the age of 13+, but many of our patients are adults who struggle with acne on a daily basis.

Dr Kubicka takes a holistic approach to treating acne, offering a host of doctor-led acne treatments together with vital advice on nutrition and lifestyle factors for best results. We also offer a range of medical facials and customised acne treatment plans for daily use at home alongside professional treatments.

To learn more or book an appointment, please contact our team:

• Telephone: 0207 125 0521
• Email: info@clinicbe.com.

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Comedone Extractions Acne Treatment | ClinicbeAcne, London

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Comedone extractions are a technique for treating acne by physically clearing blocked pores. Requires sterile equipment and an experienced practitioner.

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