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Anti-ageing injectables and treatment in Chester

Aesthetic and anti-ageing treatment in Chester

and other aesthetic are non-invasive cosmetic to reduce the signs of ageing.

injectables (just click the following internet site) treatments at sk:n include skin such as  and , by our skin experts, and non-surgical cosmetic treatments like  and  with a doctor or nurse prescriber.

offer solutions to the signs of ageing, treating lax or sagging skin, loss of volume in the mid face, jawline or lips, and lines and wrinkles. Two of our most are  and .

in sk:n where a doctor, nurse or practitioner will assess your skin and goals, and prescribe the appropriate treatment plan for you.

Acne treatment before and afters

sk:n is the UK’s acne, skin, dermatology, aesthetic and laser clinic, with over 30 years’ experience millions of better skin.

Proud to be home to more dermatologists, doctors, plastic surgeons, nurses or than any other dermatology service provider, sk:n has over 450 medical professionals helping our .

Your journey starts with you. Our team in will the best acne to find a to your skin .

Frequently asked questions

asked questions

Acne is caused when the hair follicles in your skin become or blocked with bacteria, oil or dead skin. Each pore on your skin leads to a hair follicle and sebaceous (oil) gland. These oil glands sebum (oil) which travels up the hair, through the pore and onto the surface of your skin. If the gland over-produces oil or there is excess production of skin cells, this can cause a build-up in the follicle, blocking pores, to bacteria growth and acne formation. Poor hygiene doesn’t cause acne, however, your skin daily and exfoliating weekly can help pores from becoming .

There are several different types of acne, which are acne cosmetic, acne mechanica, acne conglobta, acne, acne rosacea and acne. The lesions can present in the form of closed comedones (or whiteheads), open (blackheads), pustules, papules, nodules and cysts.

Puberty and hormonal are the most common . Stress can also aggravate acne, as well as a poor diet, the skincare products you are using, or it could simply be down to . Women are much more likely to suffer from acne due to – this includes pregnancy, during your period, or if you suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).

There is no definite cure for acne. Our aim is to and control your symptoms as best we can. Acne can sometimes take a long time to clear, so we’ll work with you and your continually to find the best course of treatment, but we do see some clients who see amazing in just a few weeks.

Your doctor or nurse will assess your skin during your consultation to the right course of treatment. This could include a series of such as , , . Sometimes, acne could also include antibiotics or hormonal therapies (the oral pill for women can often be effective to treat severe acne) before you progress onto in a clinic. It’s important to that the acne experts at sk:n will prescribe a personalised course of treatment that works for you, your skin and the acne type you are with.

This will appear as a large number of papules and pustules on your face and possibly your chest and/or back. The nodules and cysts will likely be and you could be at risk of scarring, therefore it is that you seek medical advice. Read more about .

During teenage years, it can often go away on its own. Adult acne is much less likely to clear, but this will always vary person to person and you should always be aware of the risk of . So if you are concerned, always seek medical advice.

Acne is not caused by diet, but it can it. Diet can play a key factor in to acne, by acne or such as dairy and sugar, and adding highly nutritious and vitamin-packed food to the skin’s capacity to fight and heal itself. Some food include: whole grains, legumes, unprocessed fruits like apricots, blueberries, tomatoes and red grapes, and vegetables such as carrots, avocado, sweet potato, beetroot, spinach and other dark green and leafy vegetables. Food containing zinc, A and E and antioxidants, such as quinoa, turkey, fish, oat milk and seeds can also help the skin to fight acne.

Acne may not be preventable in many cases, but you should aim to look after your skin as best you can. your skincare regimen at home, and finding the right products for your skin type can help to remove surface grim and dead skin cells which can . can also play a key role in acne, as can extra oils on your skin, ultimately, clogging your pores and new spots.

As the in skin, we want to make sure that not only does your treatment plan give you the best results, but you can carry on caring for your skin at home after treatment with a tailored skincare plan.

Your new programme will ensure you see the best possible results from your professional treatments in clinic.

Everyone’s skin is different and will different products, especially if you have acne, but you can apply some simple general rules to choosing your routine every day, all year round. Always include a hydrating like hyaluronic acid or B5, an like vitamin C to protect against free radicals, a A (i.e. retinol or retinoids) which is anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing, and a daily SPF for against UVA, UVB and HEV (or blue light).

Your simple AM PM routine guide

For oily skin

 

Ideal for those looking for an introduction to acids and A, or for young skin

 

Brilliant for persistent acne and skin

 

Great for chest and back acne

 

Ideal for and sensitivity

 

Great for mature skin

 

For enlarged pores and congested skin

 

For the perfect skincare for your acne, speak to your expert at sk:n

Acne scars can be stubborn and seemingly permanent, but there are proven effective that the appearance of acne scarring. The best for your skin will depend on the type of acne scarring you have. Before you have treatment, a , nurse or acne practitioner should assess your acne scars and select the most appropriate for you.

There are various types of acne scars; some may be red, purple or in colour due to a build-up of melanin in the skin. If the area is red and is still inflamed and swollen, the acne is likely to still be active, so we would need to treat that before scarring. A will be able to advise you about effective treatments for active acne, which may help to minimise the risk of acne .

Usually, the or acne marks that are left behind after clear up will fade with no need for treatment. However, severe acne can leave you with scarring that does not always fade, and or acne can also increase the risk of .

Some may heal and go, on the severity. There are three types of scarring: ice pick scars (small deep holes), scars (uneven skin) and boxcar scars (craters in the skin). There are several types of acne treatment at sk:n that we recommend, to the skin’s natural healing and cell and production; your doctor may , which, on the severity or location of your scarring can be by a senior practitioner, nurse or doctor. We also sometimes recommend laser resurfacing with an experienced sk:n doctor or dermatologist, such as , , or Erbium Yag.

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Vicars Lane Opening Times

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Tuesday

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Friday

09:00-17:30

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Clinic

1 Vicars Lane,
Chester,
Cheshire,
CH1 1QX

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Finding us

You’ll find us at 1 Vicars Lane, which can be easily found by car, public and on foot. The nearest car park is Pepper Street which is five minutes away from our clinic and takes you past a site of cultural heritage: the Roman Amphitheatre. The train is a 10 minute walk away and the closest bus stop is Vicar’s Lane.

Centre Hours

Monday - Friday: 9am - 9pm

Saturday: 9am - 8pm

Sunday: 9am - 7pm

Head Office

sk:n
200 St Vincent Street,
Glasgow,
G2 5SG

Registered in Scotland No. SC817369.

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