Acne develops when several factors come together:

• Excessive sebum production
• Hormones stimulate the sebaceous glands → oily skin.
• Clogged pores
• Due to sebum and skin flakes ( comedones ).
• Bacterial colonization
• The proliferation of C. acnes promotes inflammation.
• Inflammatory reactions of the skin

Other risk factors

• hormonal fluctuations (puberty, menstrual cycle, pregnancy)
• genetic predisposition
• stress
• wrong cosmetic products
• unbalanced diet

INFOBOX:
Acne is not a matter of hygiene; excessive washing can even worsen the skin.

Acne manifests itself in various forms:

Non-inflammatory acne

• Blackheads (comedones)
• open & closed pores

Inflammatory acne

• red poplars
• Pustules
• larger nodes

Severe forms of acne

• deep inflammations
• painful knots
• Risk of permanent scarring

Professional treatment is recommended if:

• the skin is severely inflamed
• Scarring threatens
• Over-the-counter products don't help
• Acne occurs on the shoulders, chest, or back
• psychological stress arises
• Acne recurs in adulthood

Early treatment prevents complications and significantly improves quality of life.

• Medical history & skin analysis
• Recording of skin type, triggers and previous treatments.
• Severity classification
• Mild, moderate or severe acne → crucial for therapy.
• Comorbidities / hormonal factors
• Often relevant in women (e.g., menstrual cycle, PCOS).

We create a customized therapy plan for each patient.

1. Medical deep cleansing & peels

• Comedone removal
• superficial skin renewal
• Reduction of sebum and inflammation

2. Topical therapies (creams & gels)

• Regulating sebum production
• reduce bacteria
• dissolve keratinization

Typical active ingredients: retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, azelaic acid.

3. Systemic medications

For moderate to severe acne:

• oral antibiotics
• Isotretinoin
• Hormonal therapy (may be useful in women)

4. Laser & Light Therapy

• reduces inflammation
• Improves skin structure
• shortens healing time

5. Individual skincare consultation

Optimizing daily routines:

• correct products
• non-comedogenic care
• sustainable improvement of the skin barrier

INFOBOX: A consistent treatment plan usually leads to a visible improvement within 6–12 weeks.

Acne scars can be significantly reduced with modern methods:

• laser treatment
• Stimulates collagen production, ideal for sunken scars.
• Microneedling / RF needling
• Improves skin texture and unevenness.
• PRP (autologous blood therapy)
• Biological stimulation of skin regeneration.
• Chemical peels

Level out irregular skin surfaces.

daily gentle cleansing

• non-comedogenic products
• consistent sun protection
• Make-up: oil-free & non-clogging
• Do not manipulate the pimples (risk of scarring!).

Regular checkups help maintain stable, clear skin in the long term.

How long does it take for acne to improve?
Usually 6–12 weeks, depending on therapy and skin type.

Can acne cause scarring?
Yes – especially deep inflammations → treat early.

Is acne a matter of diet?
Some people react to sugar and dairy products in different ways.

Is it possible to get acne as an adult?
Yes, women are particularly affected (due to hormonal reasons).

Acne is highly treatable; with modern dermatological methods, individual therapy planning and optimized skin care, inflammation can be reduced, scars prevented and the skin appearance sustainably improved.