- Bangor and Cardiff see 6% rise in searches for acne
- Wrexham, Swansea, and Newport all report a drop
- Top acne treatment tips from an expert dermatologist at The Devonshire Clinic
A new search engine analysis by expert dermatologists at The Devonshire Clinic has revealed both areas saw a 6% rise in searches.
In the year to October 2023 acne and 773 related keywords were searched an average of 4,350 times a month in Bangor, but this rose to 4,610 in the year to October 2024.
In Cardiff, the terms were searched an average of 7,790 times a month and rose to 8,260.
However, both Wrexham and Swansea saw a 1.1% drop in searches, with Newport seeing a 4.6% decrease.
| Location | Nov 22 – Oct 23 | Nov 23 – Oct 24 | % Change |
| Bangor | 4,350 | 4,610 | 6 |
| Cardiff | 7,790 | 8,260 | 6 |
| Wrexham | 6,330 | 6,260 | -1.1 |
| Swansea | 8,130 | 8,040 | -1.1 |
| Newport | 6,030 | 5,750 | -4.6 |
When compared to the rest of the UK, Wales came third with an 11.8% overall increase.
| Location | Nov 22 – Oct 23 | Nov 23 – Oct 24 | % Change |
| England | 766,380 | 863,230 | 12.6 |
| Scotland | 61,710 | 69,270 | 12.3 |
| Wales | 32,720 | 36,570 | 11.8 |
| Northern Ireland | 24,150 | 25,320 | 4.8 |
Dermatologist Dr Conal Perrett, from The Devonshire Clinic, who conducted the research, had these top tips for treating acne:
“Gentle Cleansing Twice Daily: Wash your face with a mild, non-comedogenic cleanser in the morning and evening to remove excess oil, dirt, and bacteria without irritating your skin.
“Use Over-the-Counter Topical Treatments: Apply products containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to help reduce inflammation, unclog pores, and fight acne-causing bacteria.
“Avoid Picking or Squeezing Pimples: Refrain from touching or picking at acne lesions to prevent scarring and further infection.”
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