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Reel · 8 May 2026 · 5 min read

Why acne is rarely just about breakouts.

The Melatone acne protocol targets inflammation, barrier disruption, oil regulation, and congestion as one interconnected system, not separate symptoms.

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Reel · 8 May
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Breakouts, congestion, redness, and dull skin are often signs of underlying inflammation and barrier disruption - not just “bad skin.”

At Melatone Skin Clinic, our Acne

At Melatone Skin Clinic, our Acne HydroMED® Protocol is designed to deeply cleanse pores, hydrate the skin barrier, reduce congestion, and support healthier skin function using clinically led technology and targeted acne-focused skincare.

This treatment is ideal for acne-prone

This treatment is ideal for acne-prone skin, blackheads, oily skin, post-breakout inflammation, and uneven skin texture.

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Healthy skin creates the glow, not filters.

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A note on individual results Outcomes vary by skin type, hair colour, hormone factors, and adherence to homecare guidance. The article above is published as educational information and does not constitute personal medical advice. Book a consultation for an assessment of your specific case.

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This article is published from the original Instagram post by @melatone_skin_clinic on 8 May 2026.

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Supporting evidence

Category-level peer-reviewed sources supporting the claims above. Citations are hedged per CAP code 12.1 to 12.2. Product- and protocol-specific verification is in ongoing clinical review.

Reference 01
Zaenglein AL, Pathy AL, Schlosser BJ, et al, 2016 · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology

Guidelines of care for the management of acne vulgaris. AAD consensus on the inflammatory and multifactorial nature of acne. DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2015.12.037 (Mockup citation, final reference will resolve to live DOI.)

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Reference 02
Dreno B, 2017 · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology

What is new in the pathophysiology of acne. Covers the role of barrier dysfunction and the cutaneous microbiome in acne presentation. DOI: 10.1111/jdv.14374 (Mockup citation, final reference will resolve to live DOI.)

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Reference 03
Yamasaki K, Gallo RL, 2011 · Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings

Rosacea as a disease of cathelicidins and skin innate immunity. Discusses inflammatory cascades and antimicrobial peptide pathways in barrier dysfunction, supporting the case for barrier-respecting protocols. DOI: 10.1038/jidsymp.2011.4 (Mockup citation, final reference will resolve to live DOI.)

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Published 8 May 2026 · Library edition transformed from Instagram on the same date.

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