Spots & Acne Acne, particularly acne vulgaris, is the most frequently encountered skin disorder in the teenage and young adult population. Acne is a disorder of the skin and is associated with extra oiliness due to hormonal changes at puberty. Areas typically affected are the face, neck and shoulders. Treatments for mild to moderate acne are usually topical applications such as creams and gels. Antibacterials such as benzoyl peroxide and triclosan are used to reduce the number of bacteria on the skin and prevent re-infection. Nicotinamide (Freederm) is now available and is used for mild to moderate acne. Cleansing agents (detergents and alcohol) help remove excess sebum and loose cells from the skin's surface and so help prevent the formation of spots. Can find what you are looking for? Click to shop for our spots and acne treatments by product type. For more information please read our FAQs section on spots and acne.
** Shop by Product Type ** There are many brands that help to treat spots and acne but if you are looking for just one type of product, this is the place to look. There are: Creams & Gels, Washes & Lotions, Cleansing wipes & Pads, Sticks & Sprays, Supplements to help with Spots & Acne   More >>>		Top Ten Spot & Acne Treatments If you have not purchased spot and acne treatment before or simply find the large range of products overwhelming then take a look at our list of best- selling products.   More >>>
Freederm Gel 25g **Top Product** Special offer - buy 3 for £6.84 each! Freederm Gel works differently from other spot treatments because it targets the process that causes red, inflamed acne spots.   More >>> Price: £8.76 (incl VAT) (Buy 3 or more for £6.84 each)		Panoxyl Wash 10 150ml **Top Product** Creamy wash (contains 10% benzoyl peroxide) that helps to treat and prevent spots and mild acne.   More >>> Price: £6.81 (incl VAT) (Buy 3 or more for £5.45 each)
Freederm A proven anti-inflammatory treatment for inflamed acne, pimples and spots in all age groups • Freederm Gel • Freederm Lotion...   More >>>		Panoxyl The Panoxyl range of products provide effective treatment for acne and spots. All contain Benzoyl peroxide between 2.5% and 10%.   More >>>
Quinoderm The Quinoderm range of creams, face wash and cleansing wipes forms an effective daily treatment routine for spots.   More >>>		Oxy It is much easier to prevent spots and feel confident with Oxy's new and improved product range.   More >>>
Valderma Antibacterial treatment for spots and pimples.   More >>>		Clearasil & Biactol Clearasil has a complete range of spot preventing products such as deep pore treatment pads, cleansing washes and purifying wipes.   More >>>
Brevoxyl For the treatment of mild to moderate acne.   More >>>		Ketsugo Ketsugo reduces the amount of oil that the skin produces, thus helping to prevent spots and acne.   More >>>
Optima The Australian Tea Tree Body Care Range for skin and scalp...   More >>>		Salcura Antiac A natural skin care product free from steroids, chemicals and alcohol. Helps to promote a healthier complexion.   More >>>
T-Zone T-Zone products provide effective treatment and prevention of spots and are gentle enough to be used everyday.   More >>>		Witch Witch skin care contains the essence of witch hazel which is a well-known anti-inflammatory and a natural astringent. Great for calming irritated, red skin and spots.   More >>>
Supplements to Help with Spots & Acne A healthy diet is key to maintaining healthy skin. Sometimes the pace of modern life doesn't allow us to get all the nutrients we need. Taking a supplement is a great way to unsure that our body gets what it needs.   More >>>		Oily Skin Products Treatments, washes, cleansers, toners, moisturisers, shaving and make-up products for people with oily and spot prone skin.   More >>>
FAQs about Spots and Acne What is the difference between spots and acne? There is no clear definition of acne, but it is the term given to a severe case of spots. As such, acne is usually caused by some underlying condition such as excessive oil production in the skin. This is particularly the case in teenagers as their hormones are changing. What is the difference between spots and pimples? They are the same thing! What different types of spot are there? The most common types are: Whiteheads (technically known as "closed comedones") are the simplest type of spot, and are caused when the skin pores become blocked with grease. The white stuff is primarily a mixture of oil and dead cells. Blackheads ("closed comedones") are similar to whiteheads, but where the blockage has been partially exposed to air; the dead cells turn black when exposed to air. Red spots (papules) are caused by inflammation, such as when a blackhead or whitehead becomes infected. When a papule begins to fill with pus, it becomes a pustule. This indicates a high degree of infection. How are spots prevented? In most cases, you can prevent spots by keeping pores clear of dirt, grease, dead cells and bacteria by cleaning the skin regularly with an antibacterial wash or lotion. For particularly oily skin, you can also use a product such as ketsugo to slow down the production of oil. How are spots treated? The two pharmacy-licensed active ingredients for treating spots are: Benzoyl Peroxide, which is the active ingredient in Oxy, Panoxyl, Brevoxyl and Quinoderm. This works in 3 ways: killing bacteria; breaking down (oxidising) the oil and dead skin in the pores; and peeling the skin so that fresh skin can grow. Nicotinamide, which is the active ingredient in Freederm. This acts as an anti-inflammatory so is particularly effective against red spots. There are also treatments based on tea-tree oil (T-Zone and Optima) and witch hazel that are gentler but do have antibacterial and cleansing actions and are safe to be used every day. Click here to view or buy spot and acne treatments.

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