Struggling with Acne? These Treatments Can Help
Acne can affect anyone, no matter their age or skin type. Whether it’s occasional breakouts or persistent acne, finding an effective treatment is key to regaining smooth, clear skin. At Dermis Advanced Skin Care in Ottawa, we offer a variety of acne treatments designed to help you achieve a clear complexion and boost your confidence. Below, we explore eight of the most effective acne treatments available today.
1. Laser Acne Treatment
A precise solution for clearer skin
Laser acne treatments use focused light to target bacteria, reduce inflammation, and prevent future breakouts. By stimulating the skin’s natural healing process, these treatments address both active acne and post-acne scars. Many clients choose this option because it’s quick, requires minimal downtime, and yields noticeable improvements in skin clarity and texture.
2. Chemical Peels for Acne
Reveal brighter, refreshed skin
Chemical peels remove the outer layers of dead skin to uncover smoother, healthier skin beneath. They exfoliate pores, reduce inflammation, and encourage cellular renewal—helpful for both acne and residual scarring. Clients often notice a visible difference after just a few sessions, making this a popular choice for stubborn breakouts.
3. Hydrafacial for Oily, Congested Skin
Gentle yet effective hydration and purification
Hydrafacial treatments offer a multi-step facial that deeply cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates. For acne-prone skin, they help remove impurities while infusing the skin with nourishing serums. It’s non-invasive and suitable for most skin types—especially those seeking balance without irritation.
4. Microneedling for Acne Scars
Smooth texture and encourage renewal
Microneedling uses tiny needles to stimulate collagen production, improving skin texture and reducing scar depth. This treatment promotes skin regeneration from within, making it ideal for post-acne marks and uneven skin tone.
5. Custom Acne Facials
Deep cleansing and inflammation reduction
Acne facials are tailored to your skin’s needs, focusing on extractions, calming masks, and hydration. These facials help reduce redness and breakouts while maintaining the skin’s moisture barrier. Perfect for regular maintenance or as a complement to other treatments.
6. Botox for Oily Skin and Acne
Control oil and minimize breakouts
Botox isn’t just for smoothing wrinkles. When used in small doses, it can reduce oil production in areas prone to breakouts, like the forehead or chin. This off-label use is growing in popularity for clients who experience stubborn acne linked to excess oil.
7. Professional Acne Medications
Target the root cause with clinical support
Prescription solutions may include topical creams, oral antibiotics, or hormone-regulating medications. These options are best suited for moderate to severe acne that hasn’t responded to other treatments. Our physician-led team will assess your skin and recommend the safest and most effective route forward.
8. Treatments for Acne Scars
Fade scarring and restore skin confidence
If breakouts have left behind scars, we offer laser scar removal and microneedling to smooth and resurface the skin. These techniques stimulate new skin cell growth and help minimize uneven texture.
Where Acne Appears—and How We Treat It
Acne isn’t limited to your face. It can appear on your back, chest, shoulders, and even arms. Each area has unique treatment needs, but all respond well to a personalized approach. The face is the most common area we treat, often with a combination of laser, facials, and peels. For back acne, we often recommend laser or microneedling due to the larger surface area. Chest acne benefits from acne facials and chemical peels to reduce irritation and congestion. For shoulders and arms, we create custom plans combining cleansing, exfoliation, and laser therapy.
“I’ve battled adult acne for years and tried everything—nothing worked until I came to Dermis. Their tailored plan combined a Hydrafacial and microneedling, and for the first time I feel clear, smooth skin. The team is caring, professional and really listens.” — Melissa R., Ottawa
“I was sceptical about using something like Botox for my oily, breakout‑prone skin—but Dermis explained it and recommended it as part of a deeper program. It’s made a huge difference: fewer flare‑ups and clearer skin. The environment is welcoming and the results speak for themselves.” — Jordan T., Kanata
Take the First Step Toward Clear Skin
Ready to find the treatment that’s right for you? Schedule a consultation with our experts at Dermis Advanced Skin Care in Ottawa. We’ll assess your skin, discuss your concerns, and craft a personalized plan that works. Explore our full list of treatments and pricing to get started today.
