Skin Review
Assess lesion type, severity, sensitivity, marks and scarring risk.
Clinical skin assessment · BTS Chidlom
Acne Treatment
Acne Treatment
in Bangkok
A consultation-led approach for recurring breakouts, clogged pores, inflamed lesions and post-acne marks. Your clinician will consider acne type and severity, skin sensitivity, health history, medication and current skincare before discussing suitable options.
- Assessment first
- Individual treatment plan
- Home-care guidance
- English-speaking team
Our Philosophy
Acne care begins with
Acne care begins with
the right assessment.
Acne has several forms and contributing factors, so not every breakout needs the same treatment. A good plan considers what is active now, what may be triggering irritation, and whether prescription treatment or specialist referral is needed.
Health Context
Review medication, hormones, previous care and relevant symptoms.
Staged Plan
Prioritise active acne before addressing residual marks or texture.
Different concerns need
different decisions.
Clogged Pores
Blackheads and whiteheads may benefit from a review of skincare, comedogenic products and selected professional care.
Inflamed Breakouts
Papules and pustules may need topical or prescription treatment as well as supportive in-clinic options.
Nodules or Cysts
Deep, painful or rapidly scarring acne should receive timely medical assessment and may require specialist care.
Marks or Scars
Flat red or brown marks differ from indented or raised scars, and the treatment approach is not the same.
A calm, practical
four-step process.
Assess
Review acne type, severity, current routine, previous treatment and scarring risk.
Stabilise
Prioritise active inflammation and build a tolerable home-care foundation.
Treat
Select only the in-clinic or prescription options appropriate to the assessment.
Reassess
Review response, adjust the plan and address marks or scars when timing is appropriate.
Selected for your skin,
not used by default.
The consultation determines which options, if any, belong in your plan. Procedures are not a substitute for necessary medical or prescription treatment.
01 · Barrier Support
Calming Topical Care
Selected cleansers, masks, moisturising support or acne-active ingredients may be used according to skin tolerance and existing medication.
02 · Supportive Option
Device-Assisted Care
Gentle cleansing, hydration or topical-delivery devices may be considered when compatible with active acne, sensitivity and the wider treatment plan.
03 · Selected Congestion
Professional Extraction
Selected blackheads or whiteheads may be extracted using hygienic technique. Inflamed lesions should not be routinely squeezed or picked.
After Active Acne
Marks and scars need
Marks and scars need
different plans.
Flat red or brown marks can gradually fade, while true acne scars involve a change in skin texture. IPL, laser or other skin-repair options may be considered after active acne is better controlled, depending on skin tone, scar type and medical suitability.
No procedure can promise to remove every scar. Several approaches or sessions may be discussed, and temporary redness, swelling or pigment change can occur.
Explore laser and IPL information
Realistic Expectations
Improvement is gradual
Improvement is gradual
and individual.
Acne can be persistent or recurring. Response depends on acne type, hormones, medication, adherence, skin tolerance and other factors. Your plan and follow-up interval should be adjusted according to response rather than a fixed number of sessions.
A simple, consistent
home routine.
Cleanse Gently
Use a mild cleanser and avoid scrubbing, abrasive tools or frequent product changes.
Protect the Barrier
Choose non-comedogenic moisturiser and sunscreen suited to your skin and treatment plan.
Do Not Pick
Squeezing inflamed acne can worsen inflammation, infection risk, marks and scarring.
Introduce Actives Slowly
Use salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids or other actives only as advised and tolerated.
Acne treatment
questions.
What types of acne can be assessed?
The consultation can review clogged pores, inflammatory acne, deeper nodules or cysts, post-inflammatory marks and scarring. Severe, rapidly worsening or complex acne may require dermatologist or specialist care.
How many acne treatment sessions will I need?
There is no universal number. Frequency depends on acne type, severity, selected treatment, response and home care. Prescription treatment may be more important than repeated procedures for some people.
Can acne be cured permanently?
No treatment can guarantee that acne will never return. Acne often improves with consistent care but may recur because of hormones, medication, products, stress or other individual factors.
What is the difference between acne marks and scars?
Marks are flat areas of redness or pigmentation after inflammation. True scars change the skin’s texture and may be indented or raised. Each needs a different assessment and treatment approach.
Is professional acne extraction safe?
Selected comedones may be professionally extracted, but extraction is not appropriate for every lesion. Picking or squeezing inflamed acne can increase irritation, infection, pigment change and scarring.
Can active acne and scars be treated at the same time?
Active inflammation is usually prioritised. Some supportive treatments may overlap, but scar-focused procedures are often considered after breakouts are better controlled and the skin has been assessed.
Where is FTV Clinic in Bangkok?
FTV Clinic is on the 4th floor of Mercury Ville Chidlom, directly connected to BTS Chidlom Exit 4. Open the clinic location in Google Maps.