Acne Treatments & Skin solutions in Belfast

What is the best treatment for acne?

There isn't one treatment that is best for every type of acne. Active breakouts, congestion, excess oil, redness, pigmentation and acne scarring are different concerns and may require different approaches.

At your consultation, we assess your skin and recommend a treatment plan which may include advanced laser and light treatments, LED phototherapy, chemical peels, clinical skincare, facials, microneedling or laser resurfacing.

​

Can laser treatment help active acne?

Yes. Our advanced acne laser and light treatment targets several of the factors associated with active acne, helping to reduce acne-causing bacteria, inflammation and redness while supporting clearer, calmer skin.

For clients with congestion or excess oil, we may combine this with chemical peels, clinical skincare or advanced facials rather than relying on one treatment alone.

​

What's the difference between acne laser treatment and LED phototherapy?

They are two very different treatments.

Our acne laser treatment delivers powerful targeted light energy to treat active breakouts, inflammation and the redness associated with acne.

LED phototherapy is a much gentler treatment using specific wavelengths of LED light to help calm inflammation, support healing and improve the overall condition of acne-prone skin.

Which treatment we recommend depends on the type and severity of your acne, and in some cases the two can be used as part of the same treatment plan.

​

Can you treat hormonal acne?

Yes, although treatment cannot remove the underlying hormonal trigger.

We can help manage the visible effects by reducing active breakouts, inflammation, congestion and the marks acne leaves behind. Hormonal acne can be persistent, so some clients benefit from ongoing management rather than a single course of treatment.

Where acne is severe, sudden or persistent, we may recommend speaking to your GP or dermatologist alongside treatment with us.

​

Can you help with the red marks left after acne?

Yes. Persistent red or pink marks following acne are known as post-inflammatory erythema (PIE) and are different from acne scars.

Our vascular laser and light treatments can target the excess redness left behind after inflammation, helping the skin appear clearer and more even.

​

Can you treat the brown marks left after spots?

Yes. Brown or darker marks left behind after acne are usually post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) rather than true acne scarring.

Depending on your skin type and the pigmentation present, we may recommend laser/light treatment, chemical peels or targeted clinical skincare to help fade the discolouration.

​

What's the difference between acne marks and acne scars?

Acne marks are changes in colour following inflammation — usually red, pink, brown or darker than the surrounding skin. The surface of the skin itself remains relatively smooth.

True acne scars involve a change in the structure and texture of the skin. They may appear as pits, depressions, rolling scars or raised areas.

This distinction is important because redness, pigmentation and textural scarring all require different treatments.

​

Can you treat acne scars?

Yes. Acne scar treatment depends on the type and depth of the scarring.

Treatments such as microneedling and laser resurfacing stimulate collagen remodelling to improve uneven texture and depressed acne scars. More established scarring may require a more intensive treatment programme or combination approach.

We assess the type of scarring before recommending the most appropriate treatment.

​

How many acne treatments will I need?

This depends on the type and severity of your acne and the treatment being used.

Some clients notice improvement relatively quickly, while persistent acne usually requires a course of treatments alongside appropriate home skincare. We will discuss the expected treatment plan with you after assessing your skin.

​

Will acne treatment stop my acne permanently?

Acne can be influenced by hormones, genetics, medications, skincare and other factors, so no treatment can guarantee that breakouts will never return.

Our aim is to gain control of active acne, reduce the frequency and severity of breakouts and minimise the pigmentation and scarring acne can leave behind.

Some clients may benefit from occasional maintenance treatments or continued home skincare to maintain their results.

​

Can I have acne treatment if I'm using prescription acne medication?

Possibly, but we need to know exactly what medication and topical products you are using before treatment.

Certain acne medications can increase skin sensitivity or affect which treatments are appropriate. Please tell us about all medications and skincare products during your consultation so we can advise you safely.

​

What skincare should I use if I have acne?

Acne-prone skin doesn't necessarily need aggressive products or constant exfoliation. Over-treating the skin can sometimes increase irritation and inflammation.

We can recommend a home routine based on your acne, skin type and current treatments, with the aim of controlling breakouts while maintaining a healthy skin barrier.

​

Why choose Laser & Skin Belfast for acne treatment?

Acne is rarely just one problem. You may have active breakouts, congestion, redness, pigmentation and scarring at the same time — and each of these can require a different approach.

Rather than relying on one acne treatment, we offer laser and light treatments, LED phototherapy, clinical skincare, chemical peels, advanced facials, microneedling and laser resurfacing, allowing us to create a treatment plan around what your skin actually needs.