What Is Professional Acne Extraction?

Acne extraction is a medical-grade cleansing procedure where a trained skincare professional uses sterile tools and techniques to remove:

• Blackheads (open comedones)
• Whiteheads (closed comedones)
• Plugged sebum and debris from clogged pores

It’s not the same as popping at home — professionals use proper hygiene and tools to minimize inflammation and reduce scarring.

What to Expect During an Acne Extraction Session

Typical elements of a session in Seoul might include:

1. Initial Skin Assessment

• A skin specialist or trained esthetician examines your skin type and acne severity.
• They may ask about your skincare routine and acne history.

2. Deep Cleansing

• The face is cleaned to remove surface makeup, oil, and dirt.
• Sometimes a gentle exfoliant or enzyme wash is used to prep the skin.

3. Steam or Warm Compress

• Gentle steaming helps soften clogged pores and makes extractions easier and less irritating.

4. Extraction

• Using sterile tools, clogged pores are carefully extracted one by one.
• Only areas that need it are worked on — aggressive squeezing is avoided.
• Pain is typically mild, similar to a strong pinch.

5. Soothing Treatment

• After extraction, calming serums, hydrating masks, or LED therapy may be applied to reduce redness and inflammation.

6. Aftercare Advice

• You’ll be given home care instructions to help healing and prevent new breakouts.
• This often includes gentle cleansing, avoiding heavy makeup for a day, and applying soothing products.

Typical Combination Treatments

In Seoul many acne extraction sessions are offered as part of a comprehensive acne care package, which might include:

• Hydra facials or gentle exfoliating treatments
• LED light therapy to calm inflammation
• Acne-targeted peels to help unclog pores
• Soothing masks for redness reduction

Combined approaches tend to deliver better results than extraction alone.

General Price Range (Typical Seoul Rates)

Prices can vary depending on location and how extensive the service is:

• Basic extraction session: Moderate price range
• Extraction + additional treatments: Higher price range

Sessions are usually priced per visit, and multiple visits are common for long-term acne management.

Who Should Get Professional Extractions?

Professional acne extraction is most helpful if you:

✅ Have frequent blackheads or whiteheads
✅ Struggle with clogged pores despite a good home routine
✅ Want safer, less damaging removal than doing it yourself
✅ Are experiencing mild to moderate acne

If you have severe cystic acne or very inflamed nodules, extraction may be combined with medical acne treatment, or a dermatologist might recommend a tailored prescription plan.

Aftercare Tips (Simple & Effective)

To support healing after a session:

• Avoid touching your face unnecessarily for 24–48 hours
• Skip heavy makeup the same day
• Use gentle cleansers and non-comedogenic products
• Avoid strong exfoliants and acids for a couple of days
• Keep skin hydrated with calming products

Frequency & Results

• Many people benefit from monthly sessions during active acne phases.
• Visible improvement in texture and fewer clogged pores are usually seen after the first session, with continued improvement over time.