Adult Acne Treatment in Auckland
Because Acne Isn’t Just a Teenage Problem
Many adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s struggle with persistent or recurring acne.
Adult acne often requires a different treatment approach from teenage acne.
At Veca Medical Health Centre, we provide:
✔ Clinician-led medical acne management
✔ Hormonal acne assessment
✔ Integrated clinical skin therapy with professional therapist Katherine
✔ Scar prevention and pigmentation management
WHAT CAUSES ADULT ACNE?
Adult acne is often driven by different triggers compared to teenage acne.
Common causes include:
• Hormonal fluctuations
• Stress-related inflammation
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
• Cosmetic product overuse
• Mask-related irritation (“maskne”)
• Genetic predisposition
HOW ADULT ACNE DIFFERS FROM TEEN ACNE
Adult acne frequently appears around:
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Jawline
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Chin
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Lower cheeks
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Neck
Adult acne tends to:
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Be more inflammatory
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Higher pigmentation risk
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Respond slower to treatment
This is why structured management is important.
WHEN SHOULD YOU SEEK MEDICAL TREATMENT?
Consultation is recommended if:
✔ Acne persists beyond age 20
✔ Breakouts are cyclical (around periods)
✔ Acne leaves dark marks
✔ You have tried multiple skincare products without improvement
✔ Acne is affecting confidence or work life
Early intervention prevents:
• Scarring
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Chronic inflammation
TYPES OF ACNE
Mild Acne
Mostly blackheads and small pimples.
Moderate Acne
Inflamed red pimples, multiple lesions.
Severe Acne
Cysts, nodules, scarring risk.
Treatment varies depending on severity.
We tailor treatment — not one-size-fits-all.
SAFE & EFFECTIVE TREATMENT OPTIONS
Treatment is based on NZ clinical guidance.
1️⃣ Topical Treatments
• Prescription retinoids
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Azelaic acid
• Combination therapies
These target:
✔ Oil production
✔ Blocked pores
✔ Inflammation
✔ Pigmentation
2️⃣ Oral Treatment
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For women with jawline acne or cyclical flare-ups, hormonal therapy may be considered. This is particularly helpful in hormonally driven acne
In moderate to severe cases:
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Oral antibiotics, used alongside topical therapy
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Isotretinoin
3️⃣ Integrated Skin Therapy
Adult acne often leaves pigmentation and texture changes.
Our beauty therapist Katherine works alongside our medical team to provide structured therapy that:
✔ Supports pore clearance
✔ Improves skin barrier repair
✔ Reduces inflammation
✔ Addresses post-acne pigmentation
✔ Enhances response to prescription treatment
Available adjunct therapies may include:
• Deep Cleansing Facial
• Lhala Peel
• Radiance Brightening Therapy
• Needle-Free Exosome Therapy
These are integrated into a coordinated acne management plan
ADULT ACNE & PIGMENTATION
Adults are more prone to:
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Dark marks lasting months
• Uneven skin tone
Proper treatment reduces both acne and pigmentation risk.
Early medical control significantly improves outcomes.
Integrated therapy package
OUR ACNE SERVICES
Professional Skin Therapy at Veca Medical Health Centre
Healthy, glowing skin starts with the right treatment — and the right plan.
Katherine (Beauty Therapist) provides results-focused facial treatments designed to support acne-prone, dehydrated, dull, and uneven skin, all within the professional environment of Veca Medical Health Centre.
What’s Included With Every Treatment:
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Facial treatment includes these complimentary add-ons:
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Eyebrow shaping
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Deep pore cleansing
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Medical-grade face mask after treatment (to calm, protect, and support skin recovery)
Just better value and better skin care, every visit.
