Acne Clinic Program in Myeongdong, Seoul
Quick answer: The Acne Clinic Program is a doctor-led session for active breakouts that combines medical extraction, a calming exfoliating peel and LED light therapy, tailored to your skin on the day. At Dernia Clinic Myeongdong it starts from ₩89,000 per session (KRW, VAT excluded). It takes 45–60 minutes with little or no downtime and works best as weekly sessions alongside a good home routine.
- Price from: ₩89,000 (1 session)
- Session time: 45–60 minutes
- Includes: Extraction, calming peel, LED therapy and soothing mask
- Downtime: None to mild redness
- Sessions: Best weekly; 1–3 for a quick reset
- Results: Calmer skin within days; fewer breakouts over 4–6 weeks
- Best for: Active breakouts, clogged pores and oily skin
What is the Acne Clinic Program?
The Acne Clinic Program is a doctor-led treatment session for active breakouts. It combines medical extraction of blackheads, whiteheads and ready pimples, a calming exfoliating peel and LED light therapy, tailored on the day to how your skin looks. The aim is to clear congestion, settle inflammation and reduce the chance of marks, while you continue a suitable routine at home. It is not a spa facial: every step is chosen for acne-prone skin and adjusted by a doctor. At Dernia Clinic Myeongdong, the Acne Clinic Program starts from ₩89,000 per session and is led by licensed medical doctors.
How the program works
Acne develops when pores clog with oil and dead skin, bacteria multiply and inflammation follows. Each step targets part of that cycle:
- Medical extraction: sterile tools clear blackheads, whiteheads and ripe pustules without the damage that squeezing causes.
- Calming peel: a gentle exfoliating acid, such as salicylic acid, loosens congestion inside pores and reduces oiliness.
- LED therapy: blue light targets acne-causing bacteria, and red light helps calm inflammation and support healing.
- Soothing and protection: a calming mask and non-comedogenic sunscreen to finish.
For a large, painful cyst, your doctor may suggest a small anti-inflammatory injection into the spot to help it settle faster.
Who the program suits
- Active acne and breakouts on the face, chest or back
- Clogged pores, blackheads and whiteheads
- Oily skin with enlarged pores
- Breakouts that flare with travel, stress or a change of climate
Moderate to severe acne often needs prescription treatment as well, such as topical retinoids, antibiotics or isotretinoin. Your doctor will tell you honestly if your acne needs medical treatment and suggest you continue it with your doctor at home.
Program at a glance
| Skin | Suggested plan | Interval |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional breakouts and congestion | 1–3 sessions | Every 1–2 weeks |
| Persistent mild to moderate acne | 4–6 sessions plus home routine | Weekly |
| Back or chest acne | 4–6 sessions | Weekly or every 2 weeks |
See session and course options on the acne program price page. Prices are in Korean won (KRW), exclude 10% VAT, and are confirmed at your consultation.
Your session at Dernia, step by step
- Consultation in English — your doctor grades your acne, asks about your routine and medicines, and adjusts the steps.
- Cleansing and softening — the skin is cleansed and pores are softened.
- Extraction — careful, sterile extraction of ready lesions.
- Peel and LED — a calming peel, then LED therapy.
- Finish — a soothing mask, often an LDM water drop session, then sunscreen.
Downtime and aftercare
Expect some redness at extraction sites for a few hours, sometimes up to a day. Skip makeup for the rest of the day if you can, and do not pick or squeeze. Use a gentle cleanser, a light non-comedogenic moisturizer and sunscreen. Change pillowcases often and keep your phone screen clean. Our guide to your skincare routine after treatments explains what to use.
Results timeline
Skin usually looks clearer and calmer within a few days of the first session. With weekly sessions and a good home routine, new breakouts typically decrease over four to six weeks. Red and brown marks fade more slowly and may need targeted treatment later. Taking photos in the same light each week helps you see progress that is easy to miss day to day. See the acne program results guide.
Acne program vs other options
For persistent oily acne that keeps returning in the same areas, Agnes RF targets the oil glands directly. Once active acne is under control, scars respond to Potenza RF microneedling, and red marks to vascular laser. The Acne Reset Package combines this program with exosome therapy and LDM for faster calming.
Planning acne treatment around a trip to Seoul
One session gives a visible reset and suits even a short trip. During a longer stay, weekly sessions work best. Humid summers and dry winters in Seoul can both affect breakouts, so bring a simple routine your skin already tolerates. When shopping for K-beauty, choose non-comedogenic products and introduce one new product at a time; see K-beauty shopping after treatment. Book a consultation and your doctor will tailor the session to your skin.
Safety and who should avoid it
Peels and some steps are adjusted or skipped if you are pregnant, are taking isotretinoin, have a salicylate (aspirin) allergy, very sensitive or broken skin, or an active cold sore. Tell your doctor about all acne medicines you use, as some make skin more sensitive. Sudden severe acne, acne with irregular periods or excess hair growth, or painful nodules that scar should be assessed medically. Explore the other skin concerns we treat.
Not sure which treatment is right for you?
Tell us your concerns and your travel dates. A doctor examines your skin in person, explains your options in English, and confirms the plan and price before anything is done.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers from our medical team. Still unsure? Ask a doctor or browse all patient questions .
Is extraction painful?
It can feel uncomfortable, especially on the nose and chin, but each extraction is quick. Softening the skin first and using sterile tools keeps it as gentle as possible.
Will my skin purge after the program?
Some people notice a few new spots in the first week as congestion comes to the surface. This usually settles with continued sessions and a gentle routine.
Can the program treat back and chest acne?
Yes. Body acne responds to the same steps of extraction, peel and LED. Your doctor will confirm the areas and number of sessions at consultation.
Do I still need prescription acne treatment?
Mild acne often improves with the program and good skincare. Moderate to severe or scarring acne usually needs prescription medicine too, ideally managed by your doctor at home.
Can I have the program while taking isotretinoin?
Skin on isotretinoin is fragile, so peels and aggressive extraction are avoided. Your doctor may offer gentle soothing and LED only, or suggest waiting.
How do I treat the marks acne leaves?
Red marks respond to vascular laser and brown marks to toning, once breakouts are under control. Our page on post-acne marks explains the options.
Keep exploring
Related treatments, prices and guides
Related treatments
- Agnes RF — targets oil glands behind persistent acne
- Potenza RF microneedling — remodels acne scars and pores
- Hydrafacial and aqua peel — deep cleanse for congested skin
- Excel V laser — fades red post-acne marks
Price and results
Concerns and areas
Packages and guides
- Acne Reset Package — acne program, exosome therapy and LDM
- Your skincare routine after treatments
- Building an acne scar treatment plan
Plan your visit to Dernia Clinic Myeongdong
English consultations, clear prices in Korean won and treatment plans built around your time in Seoul. Tell us your dates and we will suggest a schedule that fits.
Individual results vary. Suitability, dosage and final price are confirmed by a licensed doctor at your consultation. Prices are in Korean won (KRW) and exclude 10% VAT. Medical disclaimer