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Acne Fact Sheet: 6 Facts About Acne

  • Oily food does not cause acne
  • In some people stress makes acne worse
  • Gentle squeezing or extraction of blackheads, white heads and pimples is safe and effective. Picking at and over squeezing will make acne and acne scarring worse.
  • Premenstrual flare of acne occurs in 70% women
  • Sunshine helps resolve acne in some people (but with our Australian sun this is not a good treatment option)
  • All makeup except a good mineral makeup will make acne worse.

    • Acne Scarring Treatments

    SkinRevision Acne Treatment Clinic

    SkinRevision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic. Our Doctor specialises in acne treatment.

    All consultations for acne treatments are claimable on Medicare.

    The cost for acne treatment consultation is $50 of which you will get all but $12 back from Medicare.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    What Causes Acne?”

    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.

    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    How To Get Rid Of Acne.


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    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 31 May 2008 No Comments

    How To Clear Acne

    The majority of people will have some form of acne in their life. In most of these people it will clear eventually. However untreated acne not only causes considerable depression, stress and anxiety but in the long term it will lead to scarring and premature aging of the skin. It is important to clear acne quickly to prevent long term scarring.

    Acne Scarring Treatments Brisbane

    The incidence of acne is:

    95%-100% 16-17-year-old boys

    83%-85% in 16-17-year-old girls

    How To Clear Acne

  • In mild forms over the counter preparations may be all that is needed to treat acne.
  • If skin care products fail to settle acne, or if it is moderate or severe you will need to see a Doctor.
  • To clear acne you need a treatment plan that address all causes of acne.

    • SkinRevision Acne Treatment Clinic

    SkinRevision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic. Our Doctor specialises in acne treatment.

    All consultations for acne treatments are claimable on Medicare.

    The cost for acne treatment consultation is $50 of which you will get all but $12 back from Medicare.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    What Causes Acne?”

    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.

    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    How To Get Rid Of Acne.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 20 May 2008 No Comments

    How To Get Rid Of Pimples?

    How to treat pimples? The answer is early and aggressively.

    Pimples are very common: Reported in the Medical Journal of Australia by Dr Greg Goodman
    Acne and acne scarring: why should we treat? The incidence of acne is:

  • 95%-100% 16-17-year-old boys
  • 83%-85% in 16-17-year-old girls.

    • Usually it is self limiting and the acne lesions and pimples will resolve themselves eventually however:

  • 1% of men and 5% of women still bear acne lesions at 40 years of age.

    • Pimples should be treated early to prevent scarring

    Why Treat Pimples If They Resolve Themselves?

  • Pimples do not look good and they do not feel good.
  • Affected teenagers hate them: it makes them feel self conscious, embarrassed, unhappy and anxious.

    • The other major reason: risk of scarring.

  • if left untreated scarring may affect up to 95% of people with pimples.

    • Acne Scarring Is Preventable

    The treatment of acne is medical, and requires the best and most effective combination of treatments to ensure risk of acne scarring is kept to a minimum.

    How To Get rid of your acne quickly.

    SkinRevision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic. Our Doctor specialises in acne treatment.

    All consultations for acne treatments are claimable on Medicare.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Summary of How To Treat Acne.
    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    What Causes Acne?”

    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.

    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    How To Get Rid Of Acne.

    4 Factors That Cause Acne.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 19 May 2008 No Comments

    How To Get Rid Of Blackheads

    Getting rid of blackheads is relatively easy, however conventional treatments of pore strips, scrubs and facials will not work, except to temporarily extract the contents. Blackheads are caused from a build up of sebum (oil) in the skin pores and blockage of the pore with exfoliated dead skin cells. Being open to air, the sebum and clogged material oxidise and turns dark. Hence the term blackhead.

    Blackhead are clogged pores and treatment of blackheads involves exfoliation of pore contents.

    How To Get Rid Of Blackheads

    Why Conventional Treatments Do Not Get Rid Of Blackheads.

  • Pore strips can only empty the pore temporarily. Because they do nothing to exfoliate or stabilise the pore lining the blackhead will accumulate again very quickly.
  • Extracting the contents with facials also only help temporarily
  • Scrubs only work on the surface and have no hope of cleaning out the pore: these are useless.

    • Salicylic Acid Exfoliates The Pore

    BHA (beta hydroxy acid) or Salicylic Acid is the only product that will penetrate the oil in the oil gland and exfoliate the contents and pore lining. Because it progressively exfoliates and empties the pore, the pore is able to shrink and become more refined.

    Salicylic acid products needs to be concentration of 1-2% in ph approximately 3. Very few products even if they say they contain salicylic acid will be of sufficient concentration or at appropriate ph to work.

    We sell a very good BHA gel.

    We sell a very good Salicylic acid gel: Cost $36, 2% concerntration and correct ph. Research has shown that appropriate BHA Gels will start to work within hours of putting on skin. They can be applied once or twice daily and progressively will clear and refine pores over coming weeks and months. It is safe to use long term as part of skin routine.

    In early stages if you want a really speedy clearance of blackheads combine the salicylic acid gel with microdermabrasion. SIMPLE.


    Call 07 33505447 to try 2% Salicylic Acid Gel and book your microdermabrasion for really rapid clearance of blackheads.

    Other articles on Salicylic Acid and Microdermabrasion.

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.


    Call 07 33505447 to try 2% Salicylic Acid Gel and book your microdermabrasion for really rapid clearance of blackheads.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 19 May 2008 No Comments

    How To Treat Acne

    Treating your acne can start to feel like an uphill battle. You started with optimism cleansing your face and using skin product you have seen advertised or someone has recommended. You may have even tried several products. It is really starting to get you down. So why isn’t the acne getting any better?

    How To Treat Acne?

    Simple, most acne will require medical intervention to help it settle. There is no miracle cure for acne; however a well planned treatment with skin care, prescription treatment and physical therapies can settle acne very quickly and prevent permanent scarring.


    SkinRevision: Our Doctor specialises in acne management.

    Treat Acne At SkinRevision


    Assessment For Acne Treatments Are Covered By Medicare.

    The cost of the consultation is $50 (you will get all but $12 of this back on Medicare)


    Email Us To Get More Information
    Or Call 07 33505447 To Book A Consultation.

    Our published Acne Treatment articles.

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Acne Treatment Summary.
    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    What Causes Acne?”

    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.

    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    4 Factors That Cause Acne.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 19 May 2008 No Comments

    Acne Treatment :Summary

    To settle mild acne you may only require over the counter skin care products. Once your acne gets more severe or if it is not settling with skin products alone you need to make an appointment with a Doctor who specialises in acne management.

    Achieve clear skin.

    Summary of available acne treatments.

    1. Over-the-counter skin care products.

  • Cleansers: You should cleanse your skin twice a day with acne. However the cleanser does not need to be anything fancy. I usually recommend Cetaphil, because it is a good hydrating cleanser, that is inexpensive and does the job i.e. cleans your face, so when you put on active ingredients they can penetrate.
  • BHA or salicylic acid gel preparations: (1-2% concentration at ph around 3) Not all salicylic acid products are created equal. We sell a very good product that retails for $36/120ml. Salicylic Acid is very good for UNBLOCKING PORE OBSTUCTION
  • Benzoyl peroxide preparations: There are various forms available and not much difference between them, so once again you do not need to pay allot of money for these. Benzoyl peroxide is good for settling the infection of acne but it can be drying and irritating to the skin. Note: introduce at benzoyl peroxide preparations at a lower strength and increase as your skin tolerates this.
  • Use Mineral Makeup. Though not strictly a skin care product, mineral makeup is the only makeup that should be worn if you have acne. It sits on the surface of the skin, providing a light but very camouflaging cover AND WILL NOT OBSTRUCT SKIN PORES. All other foundations only worsen acne.

    2. Prescription treatments.

  • Antibiotics - if there is a strong infective component prescription topical or oral antibiotics should be used. Because of the risk of antibiotic resistance if you are on antibiotics you should also be using benzoyl peroxide.
  • Topical retinoids, such as tretinoin have a very established place in stabilising pore function. When used in combination with BHA gels they bring about very rapid settling of acne.
  • Other prescription treatments include contraceptive pills for women (some are better than others at keeping acne under control), and Roaccutane. Roaccutane is reserved for severe acne that cannot be controlled with other measures. Severe cystic nodular acne requires Roaccutane to prevent scarring. However people with mild to moderate acne should get control without this.

    • 3. Physical treatments.

  • Microdermabrasion and acne treatment. Microdermabrasion works by clearing pore obstruction and improving skin quality, not only settling acne but also reducing scarring.
  • Chemical peels were once very popular, however there use has declined with less invasive measures such as microdermabrasion.
  • Blue light therapy - used in combination with microdermabrasion. It works by killing the bacteria that causes acne, however its effects may not be long lasting, if you do not have an adequate treatment plan in place.
  • ALA photodynamic therapy gaining use for more resistant forms of acne.
  • IPL and Pulsed light treatments are very effective for settling acne and work also by killing the acne that causes it. This tends to be quite expensive.

    • How To Get rid of your acne quickly.

    SkinRevision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic. Our Doctor specialises in acne treatment.

    All consultations for acne treatments are claimable on Medicare.

    Our acne treatments include:

  • Medical assessment and grading of acne
  • Affordable science based skin care product
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Light based therapies
  • Precription medical treatment.


    • Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    What Causes Acne?”

    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.

    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    4 Factors That Cause Acne.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 15 May 2008 4 Comments

    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Mineral makeup is the only makeup you should wear if you suffer acne or have a tendency to blemishes. Normal cream makeups contain particles that lodge in and block sKin pores: this will worsen acne.

    Even cream makeups that say they are oil free will worsen acne. It is not the oil in the cream foundations but the makeup particles that cause the problem.


    “never use cream foundation if you have acne”

    Mineral makeup the only choice for acne.

    Mineral Makeup Does Not Block Pores.

    Mineral makeup is made of mineral particles that are too large to lodge in pores. In fact they sit on top of the skin. This means you can wear a heavy cover that disguises blemishes but does not worsen acne.


    “a good mineral makeup will feel light and look natural”

    Are all mineral makeups the same?

    No. In fact some makeups advertised as mineral makeup have other ingredients beside minerals. Choose a good quality brand such as Youngblood to be certain it is not going to cause breakouts. We have chosen to stock Youngblood mineral makeup as not only is it exceptional quality, but also represents very good value compared to other high grade mineral makeups.


    Call on 07 33505447 for details on Youngblood mineral makeup or
    come in for a FREE 3 minute makeover.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Salicylic Acid And Acne.
    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    What Causes Acne?”
    How To Get Rid Of Acne Quickly?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    4 Factors That Cause Acne.
    Acne Clinic Brisbane.

    Skin Revision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic in Chermside Brisbane. Our Doctor has many years experience in treatment of acne blemishes.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 06 May 2008 1 Comment

    How To Get Rid Of Acne

    Getting your acne to settle is not always easy. You start with great enthusiasm, buying skin care products that you apply diligently every day.

    Your skin may start to settle briefly but soon you are losing ground again.The pimples are no better and possibly worse? You move onto the next product or go to your Doctor who prescribes more treatments…you try changing your diet… try not to pick at them…maybe proactive will work?

    It begins to feel like you are in a revolving door and that you will never have clear skin. Which let’s face it: really starts to bug you. You just want to hide away instead of talking to anyone. Everyone seems confident and happy except you. But it gets worse… you start to worry the pimples will cause scarring ‘are you going to be marked for life’?

    It feels miserable; your pimples control your life.

    How Do You Get Your Acne To Settle If Skin Care Hasn’t Worked?

    Simple, most acne will require medical intervention to help it settle. There is no miracle cure for acne; however a well planned treatment with skin care, prescription treatment and physical therapies can settle acne very quickly and prevent permanent scarring.

    Not just a NEW skin care fad, but in fact an individual plan attacking the cause of acne from every angle from someone who understands and will go through all aspects of acne management with you.


    SkinRevision: You don’t need to do it alone.
    Our Doctor specialises in acne management.

    How To Get Rid Of Acne In Brisbane


    Assessment For Acne Treatments Are Covered By Medicare.

    The cost of the consultation is $50 (you will get all but $12 of this back on Medicare)


    Email Us To Get More Information
    Or Call 07 33505447 To Book A Consultation.

    Our published Acne Treatment articles.

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    Acne Treatment Summary.
    Acne Treatment Tip: Wear Mineral Makeup.

    Salicylic Acid And Acne Treatment.
    What Causes Acne?”

    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.

    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    4 Factors That Cause Acne.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 03 May 2008 13 Comments

    Salicylic Acid and Acne

    The most common skin problem that annoys people is acne. Acne consists of a variety of skin blemishes including blackheads, whiteheads and pimples. The common underlying factors in all of them is pore obstruction and any skin care to reduce acne blemishes should include a very simple product that exfoliates and unblocks the pore: Salicylic Acid or BHA.

    Salicylic Acid and Acne

    Can Anything Unblock Pores?

    The answer is yes, and it is a simple inexpensive product-Salicylic Acid or BHA. Most products on the market containing BHA also contain alcohol, and this is a NO if you want to address acne effectively.

    How does salicylic acid unblock pores and clear acne?

    With acne the pores becomes clogged with accumulated oil and dead cells, and slowly enlarge and become infected. Salicylic acid is the only product that penetrates the oil and acts to exfoliate deep inside the pore. Using salicylic acid continuously progressively relieves the obstruction and helps to clear acne blemishes.

    The process is made quicker with microdermabrasion

    Microdermabrasion speeds up clearance of all acne lesions by giving enhanced exfoliation. Microdermabrasion acts like a strong vacuum, exfoliating dead and compacted cells and sucking out the pore. Using the combination will give superior results, although plain old salicylic acid on its own does a mighty fine job.

    We sell a very cosmetically elegant salicylic acid lotion cost $36 for 118ml, which should last about 2 months. Microdermabrasion packages are available for people who want enhanced clearance.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    How To Get Rid Of Acne?
    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    What Causes Acne?”
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    4 Factors That Cause Acne.
    Acne Clinic Brisbane.

    Skin Revision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic in Chermside Brisbane. Our Doctor has many years experience in treatment of acne blemishes.


    Contact Our Brisbane Clinic To Clear Your Acne Quickly.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 12 Feb 2008 5 Comments

    Do foods aggravate acne?

    There is a myth that oily foods and chocolate make acne worse. This is simply not true. There are however foods that have been shown to improve acne. So what diet should you follow to help keep your face clear?

    Brisbane Acne Clinic: tips to keep your skin clear

    What foods are believed to help reduce acne?

    Research has shown that a diet low in carbohydrates and relatively high in proteins helps reduce acne blemishes.

    Avoid refined sugars and low GI carbohydrates (lollies, fizzy drinks, white sugar and bread) and include good quality protein in you diet.

    Omega 3 fatty acids contained in fish, nuts, seeds and oils are believed to reduce the obstruction of oil glands.

    Include olive oil, avocado, nuts and fish in your diet or try flaxseed oil supplements to reduce obstruction.

    Foods that are rich in antioxidants assist in the skins immunity and protection against infection should be included in the diet.

    Fresh fruit and vegetables and green tea boost skins protection.

    Does chocolate cause acne?

    No, in fact good quality chocolate because it is rich in antioxidants and good oils may help protect your skin. Avoid lower quality chocolates with excessive sugar.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

    Our published Acne treatment articles

    Microdermabrasion and treatment of acne
    How To Get Rid Of Acne?
    Salicylic Acid And Acne.
    Do Foods Aggravate Acne?
    What Causes Acne?”
    Acne - skin care products that make it worse.
    Skin care program for blemishes.
    Eliminate factors that aggravate acne.
    Hair products that cause acne
    Resist temptation don’t squeeze that zit
    Is your cleanser making your acne worse.
    How To Get Rid Of Enlarged Congested Pores.
    4 Factors That Cause Acne.
    Acne Clinic Brisbane.

    Skin Revision is a dedicated Cosmetic Medicine Clinic in Chermside Brisbane. Our Doctor has many years experience in treatment of acne blemishes.


    Email us to ask more questions
    or call 07 33505447 to book a consultation.

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    Acne Treatment Brisbane Dr Joanne Turner 28 Aug 2007 11 Comments

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