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What is acne?

Acne isn’t just about a pimple or two. It’s a skin condition that shows up when hair follicles get blocked — usually by oil and dead skin cells. What follows? A whole mix of breakouts. You might see whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules… sometimes even deeper cysts or nodules under the skin.

It can happen anywhere — not just the face. The back, shoulders, neck, even the chest — acne doesn’t really care where it shows up. Whether you’re dealing with acne in Auckland, Wellington, or anywhere across New Zealand, the experience can be frustratingly similar.

Here’s how it might look:

• Whiteheads: closed clogged pores
  
• Blackheads: open clogged pores
  
• Papules: small red bumps that feel tender
  
• Pustules: similar to papules but filled with pus
  
• Nodules or cysts: deeper, more painful lumps under the skin 

What causes acne?

There’s no one reason — and that can be frustrating. But there are some usual suspects:

• Hormonal changes (think puberty, periods, or even pregnancy)
  
• Certain medications
  
• Diet — though this can vary wildly person to person
  
• Stress (yes, really — it doesn’t help) 

If you’re living in Christchurch or Tauranga, local environmental or lifestyle factors can also play a subtle role — but sometimes, your skin just decides to do its own thing, for no obvious reason.

How can acne be treated?

There’s no quick fix — but there are real solutions. Often, it’s a combination of treatments that work best. Here’s what we use in our New Zealand acne clinic:

• EnLighten Pico Genesis
  
• ScarLet-RF
  
• Chemical Peels
  
• GreenPeel
  
• Medical Microdermabrasions
  
• Serum Infusions 

Topicals also play a big role — not just anything off the shelf, but targeted ones like:

• Lactic acid
  
• Glycolic acid
  
• Retinol
  
• Mandelic acid
  
• Azelaic acid 

And then there’s the Pico Laser.
It uses ultra-short pulses to target deep layers of the skin, helping dry out active acne and kick-start healing. You won’t feel much, but over time — your skin clears, smooths, and feels lighter.

If you’re searching for best acne treatments in Hamilton or acne laser clinics near me in NZ, you’ll likely come across options like these — clinically proven and patient-approved.

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