Learn about dermatological acne treatments, from why acne extraction is necessary to post-extraction care.

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When small, bumpy whiteheads appear on your face, it is easy to wonder first if it is okay to just squeeze them. However, it is advised to be careful, as forcefully extracting acne with your hands can irritate skin tissue, potentially leading to inflammation, redness, or hyperpigmentation.

Today, I will summarize everything from why acne extraction at a dermatology clinic is necessary, to the management of extraction, post-extraction care, and acne treatment methods.

1. What causes acne?

It is said that acne can be caused by the following factors.

 

1) Increased sebum secretion

It is said that acne can easily develop not only due to hormonal changes during puberty but also after becoming an adult if sebum production increases due to the influence of hormonal changes or stress.

 

2) Dead skin cells and sebum that clog pores

It is said that if dead skin cells on the skin's surface do not shed normally, they can clog the pores along with sebum, leading to comedonal acne such as whiteheads or blackheads.

 

3) Inflammatory response

It is said that if an inflammatory reaction occurs inside clogged pores, it can progress into inflammatory acne, such as red papules or pustules.

2. Why Acne Extraction at a Dermatology Clinic Is Necessary

1) To reduce unnecessary skin damage

If you press on acne with strong force using your fingernails or similar objects, sebum may not be properly expelled and can irritate surrounding tissues. In particular, pressing the skin with your fingernails or applying repeated pressure can cause abrasions on the skin surface.

 

2) To reduce the risk of secondary infection

It is said that squeezing acne while having a wound on the skin can increase the risk of secondary infection because various bacteria can exist on hands or unsterilized instruments.

 

3) To prevent acne marks and scars

It is said that forcibly squeezing out severely inflamed acne can cause significant damage to skin tissue, potentially leading to red marks, hyperpigmentation, or pitted scars.

3. Dermatological Acne Extraction Management

1) Basic Management

Basic care is said to be a standard treatment that proceeds in the order of extraction, whitening peel, anti-inflammatory injection, and soothing pack.

The price for Maypure Basic treatment is said to be 60,000 won per session.

 

2) Aqua Basic Treatment

Aqua Basic treatment adds an Aqua Peel to the Basic treatment process, and it is said to be helpful if you normally have excessive sebum secretion.

The price for the Maypure Aqua Basic treatment is said to be 80,000 won per session.

 

3) Aladdin Feel

The Aladdin Peel treatment also includes dermatological acne extraction. The treatment reportedly proceeds with extraction, the Aladdin Peel, soothing, anti-inflammatory injections, and a finishing basic skincare routine.

The price of Maypure Aladdin Peel is said to be 100,000 won per session.

 

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4. How to care for acne after extraction at a dermatology clinic

1) Do not touch with your hands

Continuously touching the extraction site or forcibly removing the scab can affect the healing process. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid touching the extraction site with your hands.

 

2) Avoid excessive exfoliation

It is recommended to avoid harsh exfoliating products, such as scrubs or peels, until the skin has recovered to some extent.

 

3) Ensure sufficient moisturization

It is said that using a gentle moisturizer is helpful for skin care, as the skin may feel temporarily sensitive after extraction.

 

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4) Protect from UV rays

It is recommended to use sunscreen when going out, as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can occur in areas where acne has been present.

 

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5. Types of dermatological acne treatments

In addition to acne extraction, the following procedures are said to be helpful for acne management.

 

1) PDT

PDT is a procedure that helps destroy sebaceous glands and acne bacteria by irradiating light of specific wavelengths that react to photosensitizers, and it is said to be particularly effective for treating pustular acne.

They say the price of Maypure PDT is 80,000 won per session.

 

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2) Capri Laser

Capri Laser is said to be a procedure that prevents and treats acne by using dual-diagonal wavelengths to help remove sebaceous glands and sterilize bacteria deep within the skin.

The event price for the Maypure Capri Laser is 75,000 won per session, and it is said that you can receive the treatment for 39,000 won on your first visit.

 

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3) Larafil

Lara Peel is said to be a low-irritation skin rebuilding treatment suitable even for sensitive skin that helps improve the skin environment prone to recurring breakouts.

The price for the Maypure Lara Peel first-visit event is said to be 59,000 won per session.

 

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4) Quadsay

Quadsay is a second-generation needle RF treatment, and SmartCure is said to help provide customized care for acne, sebaceous glands, and other issues by delivering concentrated RF energy to problem areas deep within the skin.

The event price for Maypure Quad Say acne care is said to be 30,000 won per unit.

 

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6. Q&A

1) Will acne disappear completely if I get it extracted at a dermatology clinic?

Extraction alone does not completely resolve the underlying causes of acne. While extraction is a treatment method that removes comedones or sebum already formed within the pores, other treatments may be considered in conjunction, as new breakouts can occur if acne-causing factors such as sebum secretion or inflammation persist.

 

2) Can squeezing acne at home cause scars?

Excessive self-extraction can increase the risk of marks or scars. Particular caution is required, as repeatedly applying pressure with fingernails or unsterilized tools can cause wounds or secondary infections.

 

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In the case of acne, it is said that rather than forcefully squeezing it out at home, it can be helpful to accurately assess your skin condition and appropriately combine necessary acne treatments, including professional extraction at a dermatology clinic.

I hope you check out the dermatology acne management methods I shared today and try managing your acne.

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