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Acne treatment in Aveley, South Ockendon

Acne and congested skin are what I specialise in. For over 10 years I have worked with teenagers, adults with persistent breakouts, and clients left with marks and scarring long after the spots have gone.

Every acne treatment at SkinXcel starts by understanding why your skin is breaking out. We look at your skin, your routine, your products and your lifestyle, then build a treatment plan and home care that work together. Facials alone rarely clear acne. The plan is what gets results.

Who it helps

  • Active breakouts, blackheads and congestion
  • Adult acne, including hormonal-pattern breakouts along the jaw and chin
  • Teenage skin that is starting to break out
  • Red or dark marks left behind after spots (post-inflammatory marks)
  • Textured skin and acne scarring (assessed at consultation)
  • Back acne, blackheads and congestion

What to expect

  1. Skin Discovery Consultation. Your first visit includes advanced digital skin scanning and a professional skin assessment. Within 24 hours you receive your personal SkinXcel Skin Report with a clear treatment plan.
  2. Your treatment. Deep cleansing, exfoliation and active ingredients chosen for your skin on the day, with LED light therapy where it helps.
  3. A home care plan. Clear guidance on what to use, what to stop using and how often to come back.

Book your treatment

New to SkinXcel? Start with the Skin Discovery Consultation + Express Bespoke Facial (£80), or the Skin Discovery Consultation on its own (£50). Book your next treatment within 72 hours and receive £20 off.

Acne Essential Facial
A targeted facial to support acne-prone and congested skin. We focus on refining pores, reducing the look of congestion and calming the skin, while protecting the barrier.
1 hr 30 min £75
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Teen Fresh Glow Facial
A gentle but effective facial for teens that focuses on congestion support and healthy habits, with simple guidance to reduce trial-and-error skincare at home. For under-18s only.
1 hr £45
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Back Acne Clearing Treatment
A targeted treatment for acne, congestion and blocked pores across the back. Includes deep cleansing, exfoliation, extractions where appropriate, a clarifying mask and LED light therapy.
1 hr 30 min £80
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Celluma LED Light Therapy
A gentle LED treatment using Celluma light therapy to support calmer-looking skin, radiance and post-treatment recovery. A skin boost with no downtime.
45 min £55
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Clinical Resurfacing Facial
An advanced treatment combining a customised chemical peel with microneedling for deeper skin renewal. Improves the look of texture, pigmentation, congestion, visible pores and post-breakout marks.
★ Consultation required
1 hr 15 min £110
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Acne and breakout treatment before and after at SkinXcel, Aveley, Essex
Acne & post-inflammatory marks. Real SkinXcel client, published with written consent.

Frequently asked questions

How many acne facials will I need?

It depends on the type and severity of your acne. Most people see the best results from a course of treatments alongside the right home care, rather than a one-off facial. We will talk through a realistic plan and timescale at your consultation.

Do you treat teenagers?

Yes. The Teen Fresh Glow Facial is designed for teenage skin and focuses on congestion, blackheads and early breakouts, with plenty of education on how to look after their skin at home. Under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Can you treat acne scarring?

Some scarring and texture can be improved with resurfacing treatments and peels. Deeper scarring has limits, and I will always be honest about what is achievable. The Clinical Resurfacing Facial requires a consultation first so I can assess your skin properly.

Should I see a GP or dermatologist instead?

If your acne is severe, painful, cystic or leaving scars, or you are struggling emotionally with your skin, please speak to your GP as well. Medical treatment and professional facials can work well together, and I am happy to work alongside any treatment you are prescribed.

Is it a female-only studio?

Yes. SkinXcel is a private, female-only studio in Aveley, South Ockendon.

Ready to start your plan?

SkinXcel is a private, female-only studio in Aveley, South Ockendon, welcoming clients from Grays, Thurrock, Rainham and across Essex. A £20 deposit secures your appointment. Questions first? Call or WhatsApp 07927 630293.

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