Acne Management

Acne Management

Clear, Confident Skin Starts Here

Advanced, nurse-led acne treatments at FILO Clinic—targeting breakouts, inflammation, and long-term skin health from the inside out.

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Understanding Acne

Acne’s Impact on Your Skin

Acne is one of the most common skin concerns worldwide, affecting both teenagers and adults. It occurs when oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria clog the pores, leading to breakouts such as blackheads, whiteheads, papules, pustules, and cysts. While acne is not life-threatening, it can cause long-term scarring and significant emotional distress, affecting confidence and self-esteem.

Types of Acne

  • Comedonal acne – Blackheads and whiteheads caused by clogged pores.
  • Inflammatory acne – Red, swollen spots including papules and pustules.
  • Cystic acne – Deep, painful cysts that can cause scarring if untreated.
  • Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) – Dark spots that remain after active acne has healed.

Causes and Triggers of Acne

  • Excess sebum (oil) production
  • Bacterial overgrowth (Cutibacterium acnes)
  • Hormonal fluctuations (puberty, menstrual cycle, stress, PCOS)
  • Poor skin barrier health or unsuitable skincare
  • Diet, stress, and lifestyle factors

At FILO Clinic, we understand that acne is multifactorial – meaning there is never a single cause or a one-time cure. That’s why our nurse-led approach combines gold standard technologies with long-term skin health strategies to deliver safe, realistic, and lasting results.

The Role of Gut Health & Probiotics in Acne

Modern research highlights the important connection between the gut and skin health. The gut microbiome (the balance of good and bad bacteria in the digestive system) plays a crucial role in regulating inflammation and the immune response.

  • An imbalanced gut (dysbiosis) can increase systemic inflammation, which in turn worsens acne.
  • Diets high in sugar, dairy, and processed foods may contribute to acne flares.
  • Probiotics (both dietary and supplement-based) can help restore balance to the gut microbiome, potentially reducing acne-related inflammation and breakouts.

At FILO, we believe in a holistic approach: while we deliver clinical treatments with proven technologies, we also encourage supporting skin health from within through balanced nutrition, hydration, and gut-friendly habits. Combining advanced acne treatments with lifestyle support gives our clients the best long-term outcome.

At a Glance

Acne Management

Concern

Active breakouts, congestion, inflammatory and cystic acne, plus scarring and pigmentation
How It Works

Clinical treatments + personalised care to treat causes, clear acne, and repair skin
Why FILO

Nurse-led, evidence-based plans that evolve with your skin
Benefits

Fewer breakouts, calmer skin, improved texture, and clearer, more confident skin
Candidate

Suitable for teens and adults with any type or stage of acne.
Course and
Downtime

Ongoing plan; downtime varies by treatment and is explained at consultation

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Advanced Acne Treatments at FILO

Acne Clear Facial

Exclusive protocol developed by Nurse Christina. Best paired with  BBL, PCA Peels, LDM Triple.

Concern

Active acne (mild, moderate, severe), congestion (whiteheads, blackheads, clogged pores), oily, blemish-prone skin, post-acne redness and superficial marks, inflammation associated with acne flares

How It Works

  1. Deep cleansing with Aqua-3 water microdermabrasion and salicylic solution unclogs pores.
  2. Exfoliation with mandelic and glycolic acid refines texture.
  3. Hydration with hyaluronic acid infusion supports barrier repair.
  4. Sebum-regulating mask calms skin.
  5. Salicylic + glycolic acid peel targets congestion.
  6. DermaLux LED (Blue kills bacteria, Red calms inflammation, NIR boosts healing).

Benefits

Clears congestion and breakouts, reduces redness and inflammation, hydrates and repairs skin and restores client confidence

Candidates

Clients with acne-prone, oily, congested skin (suitable for teens and adults)

Course and Downtime

Minimal; mild redness/sensitivity up to 24h; possible purging phase.

Price starts from €99.

Note: Full pricing is available via our booking link or at consultation. Custom pricing is available based on your consultation and treatment plan. Flexible financing is available through Humm.

Supporting Clinical Studies

Elman & Lebzelter (2004), Kessler et al. (2008).

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DermaLux LED – TriWave MD (Blue & Red)

The world’s most powerful LED phototherapy device (Cork: Dermalux Tri-Wave MD, Dublin: Dermalux Compact)

Concern

Active acne, oily skin, post-acne redness, inflammation.

How It Works

Blue light kills bacteria, Red light calms inflammation, NIR supports deeper repair.

Why FILO

  1. VISIA® Skin Analysis to measure redness/bacteria.
  2. Nurse-led integration with acne protocols.
  3. Exclusive combination with facials, peels, BBL.
  4. Available at Cork (TriWave MD) and Dublin (Compact Lite).

Benefits

Drug-free, pain-free acne clearance; reduces redness; faster healing.

Candidate

Clients with acne who cannot tolerate medication or have sensitive skin.

Course and Downtime

2–3 sessions/week initially, then 1 every 1–2 weeks for maintenance.

Price starts from €65.

Note: Full pricing is available via our booking link or at consultation. Custom pricing is available based on your consultation and treatment plan. Flexible financing is available through Humm.

Supporting Clinical Studies

Elman & Lebzelter (2004), Morton et al. (2005).

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Acne Clear Trio

Best paired with Acne Clear Facial.

Concern

Active acne, inflammation, redness, PIH, oil imbalance.

How It Works

BBL kills bacteria and reduces redness. ClearSilk calms inflammation. LDM Triple reduces oil and accelerates healing.

Why FILO

Exclusive FILO protocol only available in Ireland, nurse-led, VISIA® analysis.

Benefits

Targets acne on multiple levels; reduces inflammation; prevents pigmentation; restores clarity.

Candidates

Clients with active acne and PIH risk.

Course and Downtime

Severe acne weekly; moderate every 2–3 weeks; maintenance every 4–6 weeks. Mild redness, temporary darkening of pigmentation; otherwise minimal.

Price starts from €295.

Note: Full pricing is available via our booking link or at consultation. Custom pricing is available based on your consultation and treatment plan. Flexible financing is available through Humm.

Supporting Clinical Studies

Sciton BBL data, LDM ultrasound studies (2019), ClearSilk (2020).

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PCA Chemical Peel (Acne Focus)

Best paired with  BBL and MOXI.

Concern

Active acne, oily skin, PIH, uneven texture.

How It Works

Salicylic penetrates pores, glycolic boosts turnover, lactic hydrates, niacinamide calms inflammation.

Why FILO

VISIA® analysis, nurse-led safety, stacked with Glow Facial/LED/BBL, expertise from 14,000 Glow Facials.

Benefits

Clears breakouts, reduces oil, fades acne marks, restores smooth texture.

Candidates

Mild–moderate acne, oily, blemish-prone skin.

Course and Downtime

1 every 4–6 weeks, seasonal maintenance. Mild redness/peeling 3–7 days; sun protection required.

Price starts from €125.

Note: Full pricing is available via our booking link or at consultation. Custom pricing is available based on your consultation and treatment plan. Flexible financing is available through Humm.

Supporting Clinical Studies

Kessler (2008), Fulton (1990).

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LDM Triple – Acne Focus

Best paired with  Dermalux LED and Acne Clear Facial.

Concern

Active acne, inflammation, excess sebum, PIH, scar prevention.

How It Works

Dual-frequency ultrasound calms inflammation, reduces oil, accelerates healing, improves hydration.

Why FILO

We’re the only clinic in Ireland offering this advanced ultrasound technology, exclusively designed for acne-prone skin.

Benefits

Reduces flare-ups, prevents scarring, supports barrier health, boosts confidence.

Candidates

Clients with inflamed, sensitive acne-prone skin.

Course and Downtime

8 sessions, twice weekly, with 4–6 week maintenance. Zero downtime, skin calmer immediately after.

Price starts from €99.

Note: Full pricing is available via our booking link or at consultation. Custom pricing is available based on your consultation and treatment plan. Flexible financing is available through Humm.

Supporting Clinical Studies

Paquet et al. (2019), clinical observations.

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FILO Exclusive

Acne Clear Trio

The Acne Clear Trio combines advanced technologies to treat acne, redness, pigmentation, and scarring in one protocol. Tailored by location and guided by VISIA analysis, it’s nurse-led and performed every 2–4 weeks for effective, long-term results.

Dublin

BBL (Broadband Light)

Clears acne lesions, reduces pigmentation, and targets redness.
ClearSkin Pro (Alma Harmony)

Penetrates deeper using a 1,340 nm wavelength to target sebaceous glands, kill acne-causing bacteria, regulate oil production, and prevent recurrence.
LDM Triple

Promotes wound healing, reduces post-acne scarring, and calms inflammation.

Why FILO

  • Exclusive combination of BBL + ClearSkin Pro + LDM Triple, available only in Dublin.
  • VISIA skin analysis before every session to accurately capture baseline skin and track progress.
  • Administered by nurses with medical backgrounds to manage side effects and downtime.
  • Post-treatment LED Phototherapy (Blue + Red + NIR) provided to speed up healing.

Recommended Course: Once every 2–4 weeks, depending on acne severity.

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Cork

BBL (Broadband Light)

Targets active acne lesions, pigmentation from acne (PIH), and underlying redness caused by inflammation.
ClearSkin Pro (1064nm)

Improves skin redness, calms inflammation, and strengthens dermal support to reduce flare-ups.
LDM Triple

Enhances skin healing, reduces acne scarring risk, and supports recovery through plasma and oxygenation.

Why FILO

  • Exclusive combination of BBL + ClearSilk + LDM Triple, available only in Cork.
  • VISIA skin analysis before every session to track acne activity, pigmentation, and redness reduction.
  • Nurse-administered treatments for safe, medically supported acne care.
  • Post-treatment LED Phototherapy (Blue + Red + NIR) to accelerate recovery and enhance results.

Recommended Course: Once every 2–4 weeks, depending on acne severity.

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Power of Combination Treatments

Acne cannot be resolved with a single treatment. FILO combines technologies (BBL, ClearSilk, LDM Triple, LED, peels) to target acne bacteria, inflammation, pigmentation, and scarring at the same time. This ensures faster and longer-lasting results.

Importance of Maintenance

Acne is chronic and requires consistent maintenance. Regular treatments prevent recurrence, enhance previous results, and provide cumulative improvements over time.

Gold Standard Treatments for Acne

  1. Light & Laser Therapies: LED (blue/red), BBL Forever Clear, ClearSilk/ClearV.
  2. Chemical Peels: Salicylic, glycolic, combination peels.
  3. Microneedling with PRP: For acne scars.
  4. LDM Triple: For inflammation and oil regulation, exclusive at FILO.

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Don't let acne affect your confidence any longer. Our free consultation includes comprehensive skin analysis and a personalized treatment plan designed specifically for your skin type and pigmentation concerns.

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