Check everything from the causes of comedonal acne to home care methods and dermatological procedures.

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If you feel small, bumpy pimples on your forehead, cheeks, or chin every time you look in the mirror, you may suspect comedonal acne. It is said that proper management in the early stages is important because if comedonal acne persists for a long time, it can progress into inflammatory acne.

Today, I will summarize everything from what comedonal acne is, its causes, and home care management methods, to dermatological treatments for managing it.

1. Causes of comedonal acne

Comedonal acne refers to the early lesions of acne that form when sebum and dead skin cells accumulate inside the pores, blocking the pore openings. The causes of comedonal acne are said to be as follows.

 

1) Excessive sebum secretion

When the sebaceous glands are stimulated by factors such as puberty or hormonal changes, sebum secretion increases. If sebum becomes excessive, it can easily clog the pores, and this process is said to lead to the formation of comedones.

 

2) Accumulation of dead skin cells at the pore opening

Even if you don't have an excessive amount of sebum, if dead skin cells do not shed smoothly, the opening of the pores can narrow or become blocked. It is said that if sebum and dead skin cells accumulate together inside the pores, closed comedones that feel like millet seeds can form.

 

3) Hormonal changes

Acne can be caused by hormonal changes. During puberty, the sebaceous glands become activated due to the influence of androgens, and it is said that acne can recur in adults along with hormonal fluctuations.

 

4) Cosmetics that are not suitable for the skin

It is said that cosmetics with excessive oil content or products that easily clog pores can also be factors that worsen acne.

2. Home Care Methods for Comedonal Acne

1) Gently wash your face about twice a day

Washing your face too frequently just because you have comedonal acne is not helpful. It is recommended to wash your face gently about twice a day using a low-irritation cleanser.

 

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2) Use non-comedogenic products

It is said that when choosing skincare products, using non-comedogenic products rather than those with excessive oil content can be helpful for managing comedonal acne.

 

3) Avoid excessive exfoliation

It is not recommended to use scrubs or peeling products every day just because you can feel small pimples. Excessive physical irritation can damage the skin barrier, so it is best to use them according to your skin condition.

 

4) Do not squeeze it by hand

If you see comedones, you may be tempted to squeeze them out yourself, but excessive extraction can lead to redness, hyperpigmentation, or scarring. For this reason, it is recommended to avoid self-extraction.

3. Dermatological Treatment Methods for Comedonal Acne

If comedonal acne recurs or does not improve well with home care alone, it is said that you may consider dermatological treatment depending on your skin condition.

 

1) Basic Care

The Basic Treatment is said to be the foundation of acne care, consisting of extraction, a whitening peel, anti-inflammatory injections, and a soothing pack. The Aqua Basic Treatment adds an Aqua Peel to the Basic Treatment and is said to help remove sebum.

The price for the Maypure Basic treatment is 60,000 won per session, and the price for the Aqua Basic treatment is 80,000 won per session.

 

2) PDT

PDT is said to be a treatment that manages acne and regulates sebum secretion by applying a substance that is absorbed by sebaceous glands and bacteria, allowing it to be absorbed into the skin, and then exposing it to light.

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

 

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3) Capri Laser

The Capri Laser is a procedure that utilizes dual diode wavelengths to help reduce the volume of sebaceous glands and decrease sebum secretion. It is said to enable acne treatment without irritating normal skin tissue.

The event price for the Maypure Capri Laser is 75,000 won per session, and the first-visit event price is 39,000 won.

 

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4) Larafil

Lara Peel is a peeling treatment that balances dead skin cells and excess sebum on the skin's surface. It is said to help normalize the exfoliation cycle, refine skin texture, and improve the skin environment prone to recurring breakouts.

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

 

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5) Quadsay

Quadsay SmartCure is a targeted care system that delivers concentrated RF energy to problem areas deep within the skin, enabling customized care for localized areas such as acne or sebaceous glands.

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

 

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4. Q&A

1) Will comedonal acne go away if left alone?

While some comedones may improve naturally, they can recur if conditions that continuously clog pores persist. Additionally, inflammation around old comedones can develop into inflammatory acne, so it is advisable to manage them properly if they recur.

 

2) Is it good to squeeze comedonal acne?

It is not recommended to squeeze them out at home. In particular, caution is required with closed comedones, as their contents are trapped within the skin; applying excessive force during extraction can potentially damage the skin.

 

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It is easy to neglect comedonal acne, thinking it is an early stage where inflammation is not yet severe. However, it is said that early management is important because if sebum and dead skin cells continue to accumulate inside the pores, leading to recurring comedones or inflammatory acne, marks and scars may remain.

I hope you try taking care of your skin by referring to the comedonal acne management methods I shared today.

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