Acne is one of the most common skin concerns, affecting people of all ages—not just teenagers. While active breakouts can be frustrating, the inflammation they create may also leave behind lingering redness, pigmentation, or permanent textural scars if left untreated. Early treatment not only helps improve active acne but can also reduce the risk of long-term scarring.
Acne develops when excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria clog the hair follicle, triggering inflammation within the skin. While breakouts may look similar on the surface, the underlying cause can vary from person to person.
What causes acne on the skin?
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Whiteheads/Blackheads
Inflamed pimples, Hormonal acne & Cystic breakouts
Back and body acne
Ice-pick scars, Boxcar scars and Rolling scars
Enlarged pores and Uneven skin texture
Post-acne pigmentation and Post-inflammatory redness
Many people mistake acne scars for the marks left behind after a breakout.
Post-inflammatory redness or pigmentation often fades over time.
Acne scars are different. They occur when inflammation damages the deeper layers of the skin, resulting in permanent changes to texture such as indented or raised scars. Treating active acne early is one of the best ways to reduce the risk of permanent scarring.
our recommended treatments
treatments that actually work
Dermal Fillers
Best for: Tear trough hollowing, Volume loss, under-eye shadowing and restoring facial support
For carefully selected candidates, dermal fillers can restore lost volume beneath the eyes, softening hollows and reducing shadows that contribute to a tired appearance. Our conservative approach focuses on subtle enhancement while preserving a natural look.
Chemical Peels
Microneedling
Best for: Active breakouts, congested skin, acne pigmentation, oily skin and skin renewal
Chemical peels are a medical-grade skin resurfacing treatment designed to improve acne, reduce congestion, and accelerate healthy skin renewal. By gently exfoliating the outer layers of the skin, peels help unclog pores, regulate excess oil production, reduce acne-causing bacteria, and fade the discoloration left behind by previous breakouts.
Best for: Acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven texture, active collagen stimulation and skin tightening
Microneedling uses ultra-fine needles with o stimulate collagen remodeling beneath the skin. This helps soften acne scars, refine skin texture, and improve overall skin quality while encouraging long-term collagen production. Multiple treatments are typically recommended for optimal improvement.
our philosophy
rested and refreshed, not full and puffy.
Every acne treatment begins with a personalized consultation where we assess your skin, breakouts, congestion, and the factors contributing to your acne. From there, we create a customized treatment plan designed to address active breakouts, inflammation, texture, and post-acne pigmentation rather than simply treating the surface.
By combining targeted treatments with a thoughtful, skin-health-first approach, we help calm breakouts, support healthy skin renewal, and improve overall clarity—leaving you with healthier, smoother, more balanced skin.
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Personalized acne protocols
Our approach goes beyond treating individual blemishes. We focus on supporting healthy skin function, reducing congestion, calming inflammation, and improving the conditions that contribute to recurring breakouts.
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Healthy skin, not over-treated skin
Acne-prone skin can easily become irritated when over-treated. We take a balanced approach that prioritizes the skin barrier and long-term skin health, helping you achieve clearer, smoother, more balanced skin without unnecessary aggression.
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Clear skin takes consistency
Acne responds best to a consistent, structured approach. We combine professional treatments and personalized skincare to gradually improve breakouts, texture, congestion, and post-acne pigmentation over time.
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Treat the cause, not just the breakout
Our approach goes beyond treating individual blemishes. We focus on supporting healthy skin function, reducing congestion, calming inflammation, and improving the conditions that contribute to recurring breakouts.
Authentic results you can trust. We believe in transparency. Our before-and-after photos feature real Tylstin Medspa clients and are minimally edited with only color correction. Every result is personalized, because no two faces—and no two treatment plans—are the same.
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