Active Acne
Treatment
We use medical-grade protocols to target acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation, and regulate sebum production. Treatment plans are built around your specific acne type — hormonal, bacterial, or inflammatory.
Target the Root Cause
Effective acne clearance requires more than over-the-counter spot treatments. We clinically diagnose the specific type of acne you are experiencing — whether it is hormonal, bacterial, or inflammatory — and treat accordingly.
Congestion & Bacteria: For stubborn blackheads and active whiteheads, we use deep clinical extractions, chemical exfoliation, and light therapies to eliminate acne-causing bacteria (P. acnes) and decongest the pores.
Inflammation & Healing: For deep, painful cystic acne, the focus is calming inflammation, regulating sebum (oil) production, and repairing the compromised skin barrier to reduce future breakouts.
Who Performs This Treatment
Lauren Siso
Jaycee Zotti
Christian Carter, LE
Acne Treatment Reviews
"I came in with painful cystic acne that nothing would fix. Lauren put me on a custom chemical peel regimen and revamped my entire skincare routine. I haven't had a breakout in 4 months."
"The extractions here are next level. Jaycee cleared out blackheads I've had for years without scarring my face. My pores look invisible after my HydraFacial."
"I was so embarrassed by my bacne before my wedding. The team did a series of back peels and it completely cleared up. I wore a backless dress with total confidence."
"BBL Blue Light therapy changed my life. I was about to go on Accutane, but decided to try laser first. The inflammation went down in days and the bacteria is gone."
Common
Questions
What to know before booking acne treatment at ELLEMES.
At-home "popping" causes tissue damage and can lead to permanent scarring. In the clinic, we perform sterile medical extractions on blackheads and whiteheads that are ready to be cleared. We do not force deep, unready cysts, as that worsens inflammation.
Acne clearance is a biological process, not an overnight fix. While you will notice improvement after the first session, it typically takes 3 to 6 months of consistent clinical treatments paired with a medical-grade at-home skincare routine to achieve lasting clearance.
Sometimes, yes. Chemical peels and advanced exfoliation accelerate cell turnover, which forces congestion that was already trapped deep in your skin up to the surface. This "purge" is temporary, normal, and part of the clearing process.
Yes. Body acne on the chest, shoulders, or back is common. We offer Back Facials and Back Peels designed for the thicker skin in these areas to clear breakouts and reduce post-inflammatory marks.
If you are using active prescription topicals like Retin-A, Tretinoin, Epiduo, or high-percentage acids, we require you to stop using them 3 to 5 days prior to your clinical treatment to prevent excessive irritation and barrier damage.
When You're Ready
Schedule a consultation and we'll recommend the right treatment based on your skin, your concerns, and your timeline.
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