Case Study: Post-Acne Pigmentation & Ageing Skin (50+)

Post-Acne Pigmentation, Textural Irregularities & Age-Related Skin Changes

The skin showed lingering dark marks from past acne, uneven texture, and shallow scarring, combined with dehydration and early ageing changes. Although breakouts were long gone, the skin appeared dull, slow to renew, and less resilient — making pigmentation harder to fade and texture more noticeable over time.

Before

Our Approach:

Because mature, post-acne skin is more reactive, aggressive resurfacing was avoided. Instead, correction was layered carefully to improve tone and smoothness without triggering irritation or pigment rebound.

 

Our Focus:

  • Gentle cleansing to protect the barrier and prevent pigment-triggering irritation
  • Daily hydration to improve glow, elasticity, and skin renewal
  • Morning antioxidant protection to help regulate pigmentation and defend against environmental stress
  • Night-time renewal support to encourage smoother texture and even tone during repair hours
  • Collagen-supporting boosters to improve firmness and reduce the appearance of scarring
  • Targeted moisturisation to support brightness by day and regeneration overnight

 

Homecare Strategy

Clients followed a structured routine designed to support repair and correction safely:

Morning

  • dOre Micellar Water Cleanser – Gently cleanses without friction to protect the barrier and prevent pigment-triggering irritation.
  • dOre Hydrating Vitamin Mist – Boosts hydration, supports skin renewal, and improves elasticity and radiance.
  • dOre Triple C Serum – Provides antioxidant protection, supports collagen, and helps regulate pigmentation pathways.
  • dOre Collastin + C Booster – Reinforces collagen structure and improves firmness in mature, pigment-prone skin.
  • dOre Bright Skin Moisturiser – Supports even skin tone while maintaining hydration and barrier comfort.
  • dOre Eye Complex C Cream – Hydrates and supports collagen to improve the appearance of fine lines around the eyes.

Evening

  • dOre Bi-Phase Oil Cleanser – Removes sunscreen, makeup, and impurities while preserving essential barrier lipids.
  • dOre Hydrating Vitamin Mist – Prevents post-cleansing tightness and supports overnight repair.
  • dOre Skin Normalising Serum – Encourages controlled renewal and texture refinement during the skin’s natural repair phase.
  • dOre Collastin + C Booster – Maintains collagen support and improves skin resilience overnight.
  • dOre Firm Skin Moisturiser – Supports regeneration, elasticity, and collagen-driven repair while you sleep.

Results (12 Weeks)

We focused on strengthening and hydrating the skin first, then correcting pigmentation and texture gradually.

Clinic treatments supported renewal, while daily homecare played the key role in maintaining hydration, regulating pigment, and encouraging healthy skin turnover.

Treatments were structured in a rotational format to avoid overstimulation and maintain skin integrity.

Consistent homecare allowed the skin to tolerate correction and continue improving between clinic visits.

 

The result is:

  • Gradual fading and softening of post-acne pigmentation
  • Smoother skin texture with improved surface refinement
  • Increased hydration and elasticity
  • Brighter, more even complexion
  • Healthier, more resilient skin overall

 

Key takeaway:
Post-acne pigmentation in mature skin improves fastest when correction is supported, not forced. Hydration, collagen support, and consistent homecare create the conditions for clearer, smoother, more even skin over time.