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Integrative Dermatology Solutions

A More Comprehensive Approach to Persistent Acne

For individuals experiencing acne that continues or returns despite treatment.

Integrative care designed to help you understand underlying patterns contributing to acne - and support more stable improvement over time.

Designed for patients who have tried multiple treatments without lasting results

You’re in the right place if…

Your acne improves, then comes back

You've tried prescriptions, topicals, or antibiotics without lasting results

You feel like you're constantly managing breakouts

Your skin is unpredictable or resistant to treatment

You're looking for a more personalized approach

Why acne often doesn't fully resolve

 

Many acne treatments focus on reducing breakouts at the surface level. While this can be effective short-term, it may not fully address the factors contributing to recurring acne. In clinical practice, this can look like:

Breakouts returning after stopping treatment

Partial improvement without full resolution

Skin becoming less responsive over time

 

Acne can be influenced by multiple factors, including inflammation, hormonal patterns, and skin barrier function. Without addressing these layers, long-term improvement can be difficult to maintain.

A more comprehensive approach to acne care

 

Care is designed to support your skin through a personalized, ongoing process.

01

Comprehensive Evaluation

We review your history, prior treatments, and patterns of breakouts to better understand your specific presentation.

02

Personalized Strategy

Your plan may include:

  • Targeted topical support

  • Hormonal pattern evaluation

  • Inflammation support

  • Lifestyle and nutritional factors

03

Ongoing Refinement

Your plan is adjusted over time based on your skin's response.

What this approach offers

01

A clearer understanding of your acne patterns

02

A more individualized treatment plan

03

Ongoing support and refinement

04

A more sustainable approach to managing acne

Other conditions

 

Care extends to a range of chronic and inflammatory dermatologic conditions.

Chronic Eczema

Dry, itchy, inflamed skin caused by barrier and immune dysfunction.

Rosacea

Facial redness, flushing, and inflammation from a chronic skin condition.

Psoriasis

Rapid skin cell turnover causing thick, scaly, and inflamed patches.

Alopecia Areata

Autoimmune condition causing patchy hair loss and disrupted growth.

Topical Steroid Withdrawal

Rebound skin reaction after prolonged use of topical steroids.

Perioral Dermatitis

Inflammatory rash around the mouth, nose, or eyes from triggers.

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Redness and flaking in oil-prone areas like the scalp and face.

Dr. Meghan Larivee

Dr. Meghan Larivee

Dr. Larivee is a naturopathic physician with over 15 years of experience, focusing on chronic dermatologic conditions including eczema, acne, psoriasis, rosacea, alopecia areata, and topical steroid withdrawal.

Her work integrates dermatologic science with a systems-based approach to better understand complex, treatment-resistant skin conditions.

Next Steps in Your Care

 

If you're looking for a more comprehensive, personalized approach to persistent acne, begin with an indroductory consultation.

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