The acne tax describes the extra financial, emotional, and social costs borne by people with acne, especially moderate to severe acne.
Financial costs
Dermatologist visits and Doctors appointment
Prescription medications (that often have rebound affects)
Over-the-counter skincare products that may or may not work
Long-term treatments for scarring (chemical peels, lasers, microneedling)
Makeup and concealer to hide acne
These costs can easily reach hundreds or thousands of dollars per year, making the acne sufferer feeling limited with options...
Social and emotional costs
Stigma and assumptions about hygiene or health
Impacts on self-esteem and mental health
Bias in school, dating, and even job interviews (appearance-based discrimination)
Not wanting to go out in public, look in a mirror or be social at all!!
Who is most affected
Teenagers and young adults
Adults with hormonal acne (disproportionately women)
Women struggling with PCOS
Financial costs
Dermatologist visits and Doctors appointment
Prescription medications (that often have rebound affects)
Over-the-counter skincare products that may or may not work
Long-term treatments for scarring (chemical peels, lasers, microneedling)
Makeup and concealer to hide acne
These costs can easily reach hundreds or thousands of dollars per year, making the acne sufferer feeling limited with options...
Social and emotional costs
Stigma and assumptions about hygiene or health
Impacts on self-esteem and mental health
Bias in school, dating, and even job interviews (appearance-based discrimination)
Not wanting to go out in public, look in a mirror or be social at all!!
Who is most affected
Teenagers and young adults
Adults with hormonal acne (disproportionately women)
Women struggling with PCOS
What is the Acne Tax?
Yes please!
What is the Acne Tax Club
It's a 12 month corrective treatment plan for those struggling with chronic acne.
Over the course of 12 months, you'll receive:
Over the course of 12 months, you'll receive:
- Initial Consultation + 12 month corrective plan
- Unlimited Digital Skin Analysis and Progress Photos
- 6 x Sircuit Skin Targeted Treatments with LED Therapy
- 6 x Skin Needling Treatments or Larimedical Peels
- 6 x Bacteria Reducing + Skin Healing LED Facials
- 10% off Recommended Retail Products
- Clear Skin Starter Skincare Kit
Total value over $4200
Join for just 1 small payment of $55 per week*
Yes please!
After treating over 350 people on treatment plans since 2024, we know what it takes to clear acne.
We see the best results after 8- 12 treatments depending on the severity
Small lifestyle changes and tweaks
Prescribed for you supplements that change the biology of your sebum + bacteria
Prescription skincare that is recommended specifically for your skin type
We know chronic acne, isn't a 1 and done or even 3 and done solution.
This is why we've created The Acne Tax Club for only $55 a week.
We see the best results after 8- 12 treatments depending on the severity
Small lifestyle changes and tweaks
Prescribed for you supplements that change the biology of your sebum + bacteria
Prescription skincare that is recommended specifically for your skin type
We know chronic acne, isn't a 1 and done or even 3 and done solution.
This is why we've created The Acne Tax Club for only $55 a week.
YES PLEASE
Once you've signed up, we will reach out to you to book you in!
Please note we do require 48 hours for rescheduling.
Additionally we requirement a minimum of 3 treatments before any early termination.
Please note that all bookings are by appointment only and we do not offer walk-in appointments. Please read our clinic policies in the website footer before attending your appointment.
We respectfully ask that children do not accompany you to your appointment due to Health & Safety reasons.
Please note we do require 48 hours for rescheduling.
Additionally we requirement a minimum of 3 treatments before any early termination.
Please note that all bookings are by appointment only and we do not offer walk-in appointments. Please read our clinic policies in the website footer before attending your appointment.
We respectfully ask that children do not accompany you to your appointment due to Health & Safety reasons.
How do I book once I've signed up
YES! There are 3 options for parking so please familiarise yourself with all locations prior to your visit.
- There are a limited number of parking spots out the front of the clinic via the first driveway on the left.
- We also have a gated, undercover parking garage via the second driveway on the left. This requires an access code which is sent out 2 days prior to your appointment. The Facial Bar is located on ground floor and there are stairs leading up to ground at both ends of the garage.
- If you still can't find a park, there is free parking all down Glenelg Ave and Atlantic Ave.
Is there parking at the clinic?
Is there parking at the clinic?
We are located at 2460 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach. Access to the complex is via Glenelg Avenue, which is on the Northbound side of the road.
If you miss the street - don't worry. There are U-turns available at the next set of lights.
If you miss the street - don't worry. There are U-turns available at the next set of lights.
Where are you located?
Where are you located?
For your safety and to ensure the best possible results, certain skin and health conditions may limit which treatments are suitable for you. Please let us know if you:
If you’re unsure whether a treatment is suitable for you, your therapist will guide you at your first appointment.
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Are currently taking acne medications such as Roaccutane/Accutane
- Have active skin infections, cold sores, or open wounds
- Have recently undergone cosmetic surgery, advanced skin treatments, injectables in the last 10 days
- Have any diagnosed skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis in the treatment area
If you’re unsure whether a treatment is suitable for you, your therapist will guide you at your first appointment.
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