Acne and Acne Scarring
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Clear Skin, Confidence Restored: Holistic Acne and Acne Scar Treatments at Elevate Wellness and Medspa
Understanding Acne
All acne can be influenced by genetics, diet and lifestyle factors including high glycemic index foods, dairy products, food allergies, stress, and poor skincare habits.
Acne is a multifaceted skin condition that can manifest in various forms, each with its own characteristics and triggers:
Comedonal Acne
Characterized by the presence of comedones, such as blackheads and whiteheads, resulting from the accumulation of dead skin cells and excess oil within hair follicles.
Inflammatory Acne
Inflammatory acne involves red, swollen, and sometimes painful lesions, including papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts. Inflammation is caused by bacteria, particularly Propionibacterium acnes, which thrive in clogged pores.
Hormonal Acne
Hormonal fluctuations, such as those experienced during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and peri/ menopause, can contribute to the development of acne. Hormonal acne typically presents as deep, cystic lesions along the jawline, chin, and lower cheeks.
Acne can have profound psychological effects, especially on teenagers, who may experience:
Low Self-Esteem
Acne can negatively impact self-image and confidence, leading to feelings of self-consciousness and inadequacy.
Anxiety and Depression
Persistent acne breakouts can cause significant emotional distress and contribute to anxiety and depression.
Social Withdrawal
Teens may avoid social situations or activities due to concerns about their appearance, leading to isolation and loneliness.
In addition to these treatments, we offer:
Prescription Medications
Our nurse practitioner can prescribe prescription medications when absolutely necessary, including customized topical medications to address severe or persistent acne breakouts.
IV Vitamin Supplementation
IV vitamin therapy delivers essential nutrients including Zinc and Glutathione directly into the bloodstream, promoting overall skin health and vitality.
Hormone Balancing
Our nurse practitioner is trained with a decade of experience in holistic assessments for hormone imbalances, including perimenopause, PCOS, and imbalanced hormone replacement therapy (HRT), to address underlying causes of acne.
Meet Courtney Kennedy
Courtney Kennedy has achieved the highest level of Face Reality Acne Certification available today – a prestigious Level II Elevated Certification, and she is currently the only provider in Jackson, Tennessee with this advanced credential.
Through the Face Reality 12-week holistic acne program, Courtney helps clients achieve up to a 96% success rate in clearing acne without harsh prescriptions, birth control, or long-term antibiotics. This program focuses on:
Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin D, and targeted supplementation
Proper probiotics and balanced nutrition
Identifying food and lifestyle triggers
Gentle, bi-weekly in-office treatments with affordable, non-prescription products
This approach makes Face Reality an excellent option for individuals or families seeking a natural, gut-friendly alternative to conventional acne medications, including those who may wish to avoid hormonal therapies or Accutane.
Community Education & Advocacy
In addition to patient care, Courtney is also available as a guest speaker for local middle schools, high schools, and puberty education programs (such as “Girl Talk” or “Guy Talk”) to provide free educational sessions on acne prevention and treatment.
At-Home Light Therapy
While we currently do not offer the Sunlighten Triple Wavelength Infrared Sauna, our med spa proudly partners with Omnilux LED Light Therapy for at-home use. Omnilux offers both anti-aging and CLEAR (acne-specific) devices, available for purchase directly through our office.