Inflammatory Acne
- Nov 14
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 17
How You Can Find Relief for Your Skin
For many people, acne isn’t limited to blackheads or whiteheads. Inflammatory acne appears as red, swollen, and sometimes painful spots on areas like the face, chest, or back. These flare-ups can feel more than skin-deep, affecting not just your complexion but your comfort and confidence.
At The Acne Clinic in Katong, Singapore, we understand that every skin tells a story, and we’re here to provide care that meets yours with medical insight and understanding.
What Inflammatory Acne Looks Like
Inflammatory acne develops when clogged pores become irritated or infected, leading to redness, swelling, and tenderness. It can appear as:
Papules
Small, red bumps that are tender to touch.
Pustules
Papules with visible white or yellow pus at the surface.
Nodules
Larger, deeper bumps that are firm and painful.
Cysts
Pus-filled lesions that form deep beneath the skin and may persist longer.
These types of acne often require more than over-the-counter treatments to manage safely.
Why Inflammatory Acne Happens
A range of internal and external factors can contribute to inflammatory acne. These may include:
Hormonal fluctuations that trigger excess oil production
Bacterial growth within blocked pores
Disruption of the skin’s natural barrier
Lifestyle and environmental influences, such as stress or Singapore’s humid weather
It’s important to know this isn’t about poor hygiene or “doing skincare wrong.” Inflammatory acne is a medical skin condition, and managing it starts with understanding what’s really going on.
Why Home Remedies May Fall Short
It’s tempting to spot-treat red, painful acne with whatever looks strongest, scrubs, drying lotions, even home remedies. But inflammatory acne runs deeper than the surface. Aggressive products can make irritation worse, and squeezing can push inflammation further into the skin.
Managing this type of acne means going beyond what you can see. It starts with calming the skin, reducing internal inflammation, and supporting recovery with care that targets the root, not just the symptom.
Our Approach to Inflammatory Acne at The Acne Clinic
We take time to understand your skin, its triggers, its challenges, and its needs. Based on this, your personalised treatment plan may include:
Fractional Laser
Helps reduce inflammation, minimise acne marks, and promote smoother, more even skin texture through controlled resurfacing and collagen stimulation.
MesoJet Therapy
Uses a gentle, needle-free jet stream to deliver anti-inflammatory and antibacterial serums deep into the skin, helping to calm active breakouts and support recovery.
Chemical Peels
Exfoliates dead skin cells, reduces pore blockage, and helps clear active blemishes while improving overall skin tone and healing.
Subcision
Used for inflamed or long-standing acne nodules, this minor procedure helps release trapped inflammation and improve skin texture as healing progresses.
Polynucleotides (PN)
Boosts skin repair and resilience, helping to soothe inflamed or sensitised skin and reduce post-acne redness.
Hybrid Dermal Fillers (PDLLA)
Stimulates collagen production to repair and strengthen skin that has been weakened or damaged by chronic inflammation.
Topical Treatments
Prescription-strength creams or gels customised to reduce inflammation, control bacterial activity, and prevent new lesions.
Oral Medications
When acne is severe or hormonally driven, oral treatments may be prescribed to target inflammation and bacterial overgrowth from within.
All treatments are guided by Dr Ramita, who brings both dermatological expertise and a deep awareness of how acne can impact daily life.
Your Next Step
When your skin flares up again, red, sore, and impossible to ignore, it can feel like no one truly understands what you’re going through. But you don’t have to keep facing it alone.
At The Acne Clinic in Katong, we take time to listen, not just to your skin, but to how it’s been affecting your day, your confidence, your life. If you’re ready for care that sees the whole picture, book a consultation and take the first step towards feeling better in your skin, not just looking at it.
Every skin tells a story. Let’s take the next step together.
