What Is Acne (Really), and How Can You Treat It Effectively?

Acne is more than just a skin issue. It’s emotional. It’s frustrating. And it can seriously impact your confidence, at any age.

Whether you’re dealing with stubborn teenage breakouts, hormonal adult acne, or the scars left behind from years of flare-ups, it can feel like nothing works. But the truth is: you don’t have to just live with it.

At Market Mall Dermatology, we’ve helped hundreds of people finally get control over their acne and we’ve created specialized acne treatment packages to make expert care more accessible, targeted, and effective.

Let’s break it all down.

What Is Acne, Really?

Acne is a common skin condition caused by clogged pores, excess oil, bacteria, and inflammation. It shows up in many forms:

• Whiteheads & blackheads

• Papules & pustules (typical pimples)

• Cysts & nodules (deep, painful breakouts)

• Post-inflammatory pigmentation or scarring

And while acne is often associated with teenagers, it affects people well into their 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond... especially those experiencing hormonal changes or stress-related triggers.

The Emotional Toll of Acne

Let’s be honest; acne isn’t just about skin. It can affect how you feel about yourself, how you show up in social situations, and even how comfortable you feel without makeup.

We see it every day: patients who have tried everything from drugstore products to prescriptions, and still feel defeated.

That’s why our approach is different. We create customized treatment plans that don’t just treat the surface, they target the root of the issue using evidence-based technology and expert guidance.

Our Acne Packages: Designed for Real Results

We’ve created three targeted treatment packages to help you fight breakouts, fade scars, and finally feel good in your skin.

Acne Attack

What’s included:

• 6 Aerolase Neo Elite (face)

• 6 Fotona Bulk Heating (face)

Best for:

✔️ Active acne and inflammation

✔️ Reducing oil production✔️ Killing acne-causing bacteria

✔️ Calming and clearing breakout-prone skin

How it works: Aerolase uses a 650-microsecond laser to penetrate deep into the skin, killing bacteria and calming inflammation with zero downtime.Fotona bulk heating stimulates deeper layers of the skin to reduce sebaceous gland activity, helping prevent future breakouts.

Scar Correcting

What’s included:

• 3 Fotona Deep Fractional Resurfacing (face)

• 4 ResurFX Non-Ablative Laser Treatments (face)

Best for:

✔️ Acne scars and texture

✔️ Pigmentation left behind from breakouts

✔️ Smoothing and resurfacing skin tone

How it works: Fotona’s fractional laser creates micro-injuries that trigger collagen production and resurface textured skin. ResurFX delivers non-ablative laser energy to fade pigment and refine scars, all with manageable downtime and powerful results.

Acne Attack & Correct

What’s included:

• 1 Alma Hybrid CO2 Laser (face)

• 6 Aerolase Neo Elite (face)

Best for:

✔️ Stubborn or cystic acne

✔️ Deep scars and skin damage

✔️ Patients who want both correction and prevention

How it works: The Alma Hybrid combines CO2 resurfacing + non-ablative laser technology in one treatment for maximum collagen remodeling and scar repair. Paired with Aerolase to calm breakouts and kill bacteria, this combo is ideal for tackling all stages of acne, past and present.

Not Sure Which Package Is Right for You?

That’s where we come in.Our skin experts will walk you through a complimentary consultation to assess:

✔️ Your acne type and severity

✔️ Any pigmentation or scarring

✔️ Your skin goals

✔️ Your budget and comfort level

We’ll build a plan that’s customized to your skin, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Because treating acne isn’t just about clearing your skin, it’s about helping you feel confident again.

Ready to Take Control of Your Skin?

You deserve to feel good when you look in the mirror. If you’re struggling with acne or frustrated by scars that just won’t fade, let’s talk.

Book a complimentary consultation by calling 587-779-9999 at Market Mall Dermatology and let us help you find the right package for your skin, your goals, and your budget.

Clear skin is possible. Let’s make it happen, together.