Clinical & Aesthetic Dermatology

Acne & Acne Scars in Brazil.

Acne is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects teens and adults. When not treated properly, it can leave deep marks and dark spots. Professional clinical treatment focuses on controlling inflammation and aesthetic skin repair.

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Causes of Active Acne

Follicular inflammation can be triggered by multiple intersecting factors:

Increased sebum production and hyperkeratinization.
Proliferation of the Cutibacterium acnes bacteria.
Hormonal factors (PCOS, menstrual cycle, androgens).
Stress, high-glycemic diets, and genetic predisposition.

Types of Scars and Marks

After inflammation, the skin's healing process can leave anatomical sequelae:

Atrophic scars (depressions): Icepick, boxcar, and rolling scars.
Hypertrophic scars: Raised scars and keloids.
Residual spots: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), very common in darker skin phototypes.

Dr. Caroline Minchio's Therapeutic Approach

1. Clinical Control (Active Acne)

Topical treatment: benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, and specific acids.
Systemic treatment: oral antibiotics, spironolactone, hormonal blockers, or Isotretinoin (Accutane) with strict medical monitoring.

2. Scar Revision Procedures

Microneedling and Collagen Biostimulators.
Chemical peels, Fractional Laser, and Radiofrequency.
Surgical subcision to release fibrotic bands in rolling scars.
Targeted fillers (hyaluronic acid) for deep depressions.

Continuous treatment restores your self-esteem.

Dr. Caroline evaluates not only the surface but the root cause of the problem. By combining clinical medicine and aesthetic intervention, it is possible to halt lesions and restore skin uniformity.

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Facial microneedling

Acne scars, skin texture and fine lines: explore treatment options, realistic expectations and skin-care precautions.

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CLINICAL DERMATOLOGY · INFORMATION AND CARE

Bumps around the mouth are not always acne

Perioral dermatitis and contact reactions can resemble acne. Acids, scrubs and steroids used without a diagnosis may irritate the skin or sustain the problem. Learn the differences before choosing treatment.

Explore the dermatitis guide → Risks of delaying treatment

INFORMATION FOR SKIN HEALTH

Skin cysts: understand types and care

A scalp lump, a body cyst and tiny white facial bumps may need different approaches. Learn when to monitor, investigate or discuss removal.

Skin cysts: types, assessment and treatment →Milia: small white bumps on the skin →