Medically reviewed by May Belle Fellenz, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC
Founder and Lead Medical Aesthetics Provider
Medical review confirmed: October 3, 2026
Acne can be one of the most frustrating skin issues to deal with. But pimples affect much more than your skin. They also impact your mood, confidence, and even your social life.
Though over-the-counter products can help, stubborn or recurring acne often requires professional treatment.
Breakouts don’t have to be your reality! Keep reading for four tips to find a top acne specialist near you.
1. Read Client Testimonials
One of the best places to start to find a skincare specialist is to read online reviews. Find a provider who has consistent positive feedback. Patients should talk about a welcoming clinic environment and high satisfaction with their results. Avoid providers who have mixed or not-so-great reviews.
2. Look at Before-and-After Photos
Before-and-after photos can provide even more insight into a provider’s ability to successfully treat different types of acne, whether it’s hormonal or cystic.
Before-and-after photos illustrate individual outcomes; they do not predict your result. Ask whether the images show that provider’s own patients and which treatments were used.
3. Research Available Treatment Options
No two people have the same skin, which is why treatment must be personalized. There’s no one-size-fits-all treatment that guarantees clear skin for everyone. A top acne specialist should offer many different solutions, including skincare products, chemical peels, and even laser treatments.
4. Schedule a Consultation
Before choosing a specialist, meet with them in-person. A consultation is the perfect time to ask questions, talk about your skin history, and to get a feel for the provider’s approach, mannerisms, and communication style.
Break Up With Breakouts for Good!
For some people at home treatments aren’t enough to keep acne at bay. But this doesn’t mean you’re stuck with breakouts forever.
Explore our acne treatment options in Reno to understand how Bella Derma approaches active breakouts, home care, follow-up, and marks or scars. Start with a consultation to discuss a plan for your skin.
Contact us today at 775-300-9862 to schedule a consultation.
About May Belle Fellenz
May Belle Fellenz, APRN, MSN, FNP-BC
Founder and Lead Medical Aesthetics Provider · Bella Derma Skin Care Solutions
May Belle Fellenz is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who leads Bella Derma Skin Care Solutions in Reno, Nevada. Her approach emphasizes individualized assessment, patient education, conservative treatment planning, and referral when a concern requires another specialist. At Bella Derma, the goal is the right treatment, at the right time, in the right sequence.
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