For people struggling to control acne outbreaks, the battle can be devastating. Severe acne can be painful and result in permanent scarring. Even those who have mild acne can feel the impacts of this condition on their self-esteem and emotional well-being. Acne is an inflammatory skin disease that most often first appears during puberty, caused by hormonal changes. But acne is not merely a condition that affects teens. Many adults struggle with acne too. Acne occurs when hair follicles become congested with dead skin cells, bacteria, and oil (sebum). The blocked follicles cause blemishes on the skin including pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and cysts. The team at Genesis is committed to helping our clients address active outbreaks of acne and to designing a treatment plan to manage this condition long term. Our preferred treatments for addressing acne and helping our clients achieve balanced, smooth, healthy, glowing skin are: