Free click and collect from the Hazel Grove clinic on all skincare purchases.
Free click and collect from the Hazel Grove clinic on all skincare purchases.
**PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CLINIC CHESHIRE WOULD ALWAYS RECOMMEND BOOKING A SKIN CONSULTATION WITH ONE OF OUR FULLY QUALIFIED SKIN THERAPISTS BEFORE STARTING THESE TREATMENTS**
As a Clinic, we are starting to see an increase in the Gen Z population visiting us with skin concerns, especially Acne. Education is so powerful in treating skin conditions to prevent scarring, mental health and so forth.
Due to a combination of social media (especially TikTok and Instagram “Skinfluencers”), a shift towards “prejuvenation” (preventative anti-ageing) and viewing skincare as a form of mental health self-care, Gen Z is definitely more conscious about their skin.
Teenage acne is one of the most common and most frustrating skin concerns. Hormones surge, oil glands go into overdrive, pores clog, and suddenly, breakouts become a daily battle. For many teens, this isn’t just a cosmetic issue; it affects confidence, social comfort, and overall well-being.
The good news is that with the right combination of treatments by us and medical-grade skincare for acne-prone skin can be calmed, clarified, and transformed.
Here at The Clinic Cheshire, we are a Brand Ambassador for Obagi, a globally respected dermatology brand that offers science-backed solutions that are specifically formulated to target breakouts, clogged pores, and post-acne scarring.
During adolescence, the body produces higher levels of androgens, hormones that stimulate oil (sebum) production. Excess oil mixes with dead skin cells and bacteria, leading to: Blackheads, Whiteheads, inflamed spots, cystic breakouts, texture irregularities and post‑inflammatory pigmentation
Teen skin is also more reactive, meaning harsh products can make things worse. This is where a combination of our treatments and medical-grade skincare for acne becomes a game-changer.
Obagi’s medical-grade skincare for acne is formulated with dermatologist-approved, clinically proven ingredients designed to penetrate deeper than standard high street skincare. The products that are used to treat Acne include powerful actives such as:
1 Gentle purifying cleansers that help lift away excess oil and impurities without stripping the skin barrier.
2. Balancing toners that refine the look of pores and keep the complexion fresh and smooth.
3. Hydrating, barrier‑supporting moisturisers that help calm visible redness and maintain a healthy skin environment.
4. Exfoliating treatments using naturally derived resurfacing ingredients to keep pores clear and improve texture.
Obagi’s skincare is also designed to improve overall skin health, not just treat breakouts. Their formulations are known for delivering transformational results across concerns, including blemish-prone skin.
With the right routine and consistency, teens and other Obagi users often see:
1. Fewer active breakouts.
2. Reduced oiliness.
3. Clearer, tighter-looking pores.
4. Smoother skin texture.
5. Less redness and inflammation.
6. Fading of post‑acne marks.
7. A more balanced, healthier complexion.
First off, above anything else, book in for a Skin Consultation for acne prone so that we can give a personalised treatment plan. We would use an Observ skin scanner that analyses the layers of your skin, which can help our skin therapists establish which Obagi skincare for acne would be best suited for your specific skin type and case.
This is what your acne skincare routine and advice could look like:
1. We would start slowly with active ingredients to avoid irritation.
2. The use of SPF sunscreen daily, retinoids, and exfoliants increases sensitivity.
3. Avoid picking or squeezing spots (it worsens the inflammation).
4. Stay consistent, acne treatment is a marathon, not a sprint!
Teenage acne can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be permanent. With the right combination of treatments and skincare for acne offered by us here at The Clinic, your skin can become clearer, calmer, and more resilient.
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