About Acne

Before and after skin treatment showing clearer complexion.

Grade 1: Mild Acne

Clinical findings: Dominated by open and closed comedones (blackheads and whiteheads).
Inflammation: Minimal, often confined to the face.
Lesions: May include a few papules (small, red bumps) or pustules (pus-filled bumps).
Scarring: Rarely causes scarring.

Side-by-side comparison showing significant acne improvement on a woman's cheek.

Grade 2: Moderate Acne

Clinical findings: Increased number of comedones, accompanied by mild papules and pustules.
Inflammation: Visible inflammation, typically on the face.
Lesions: Larger, more apparent pustules with some inflammation.
Distribution: May spread to the neck, chest, and back.
Scarring: Risk of minor scarring if not properly treated.

Side-by-side comparison of a woman's face before and after acne treatment, showing clear skin improvement.

Grade 3: Moderately Severe Acne

Clinical findings: Numerous papules and pustules.
Inflammation: Significant inflammation, often accompanied by pain.
Lesions: Occasional inflamed nodules (hard, painful lumps deep under the skin).
Distribution: May involve the face, chest, and back.
Scarring: Higher risk of scarring due to deeper inflammation.

Side-by-side comparison of severe acne before and after treatment showing significant improvement.

Grade 4: Severe Nodulocystic Acne

Clinical findings: Characterized by a large number of painful, inflamed nodules and cysts.
Inflammation: Extreme inflammation, often causing significant pain and swelling.
Lesions: Numerous large, deeply embedded nodules and cysts.
Distribution: Widespread, covering the face, chest, back, and shoulders.
Scarring: High risk of significant scarring.