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Acne Clinic
Acne is a medical inflammatory skin condition, not simply a cosmetic concern. It can affect both teenagers and adults and is often influenced by hormonal, inflammatory and genetic factors.
At Dr Sharon Delaney Aesthetic Medicine, acne is managed through structured medical assessment, evidence-based treatment plans and strategies designed to support long-term skin health.
Conditions We Assess
We assess and manage a wide range of acne presentations, including:
- Adolescent acne
- Adult female acne
- Hormonal acne
- Rosacea acne
- Acne associated with PCOS
- Persistent or treatment-resistant acne
- Acne scarring
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
Early assessment and treatment can help reduce inflammation and minimise the risk of long-term scarring.
What Your Consultation Involves
Your consultation is designed to identify the underlying factors contributing to acne and develop a structured treatment plan.
This may include:
- Full medical history
- Hormonal and medication review
- Lifestyle and stress assessment
- Clinical skin examination
- Acne severity grading
- Personalised treatment planning
Where clinically appropriate, prescription-only treatments may be discussed in accordance with Irish prescribing guidelines.
In selected cases, blood tests may be recommended to investigate possible hormonal or metabolic contributors.
Treatment Options
Treatment is tailored according to acne severity, skin type and underlying triggers.
Options may include:
- Medical-grade topical therapy
- Prescription oral treatment (where clinically appropriate)
- Skin barrier repair protocols
- Medical chemical peels
- Microneedling for acne scarring
- Energy-based treatments for redness or pigmentation
- Collagen-stimulating procedures
Not all patients require oral medication. Treatment plans are always individualised.
Treatment Duration & Downtime
Acne treatment requires consistency and structured follow-up.
Initial review: approximately 6–8 weeks
Visible improvement: typically 8–12 weeks
Early treatment significantly reduces the risk of permanent scarring.
Scarring treatments are often performed as a course of procedures, such as medical microneedling or fractional laser treatments.
Downtime;
Downtime varies depending on the treatment selected.
Patients may experience:
- Temporary dryness or irritation with topical therapy
- Mild flaking following chemical peels
- Redness for 24–48 hours after microneedling
Detailed aftercare guidance is provided following all treatments.
Acne Scarring Treatment
Scarring is best addressed once active acne has been brought under control.
Treatment options may include:
- Medical microneedling
- Regenerative procedures
- Laser resurfacing where appropriate
- Combination treatment approaches
Multiple sessions are usually required to achieve gradual improvement.
