Can Sculprta Cause Breakouts?

Most likely when you were doing a lot of massage with an oil based moisturizer you clogged the pores. Sculptra does not cause breakouts, however any filler can irritate the skin and lead to a break out. It is very similar to getting breakouts on the nose after a rhinoplasty.

Also make sure you are not using any new skin products. Treat it like any other break out and it should go away.

Start using Cetaphil cleanser multiple times a day and then ask your physician to give you a prescription acne cream. DO NOT TOUCH OR PICK YOUR ACNE, PLEASE. I always tell patients, acne comes from your finger tips.

Regards

Dr. J

Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Sculptra is normally injected into the deeper tissue layers below the skin.  I have not seen it cause an acne breakout in the past.  Acne is normally a problem that develops in the superficial portion of the skin, where Sculptra would have no effect.  I would think that it is most likely coincidence, but you should probably contact your treating physician so that you can be evaluated.