Facial Treatments & Acne Care (Treatment & Acne)

Facial and acne treatments are a step-by-step approach to skin care led by our doctors and specialists, from deep cleansing, extractions, and acne injections through to tailored facials — all to help reduce and control breakouts, rebalance oily skin and pores, and keep the skin looking healthier. Results are generally best when treatments are done consistently alongside a good home-care routine. Results vary by individual.

What causes acne?

Acne usually arises from several factors at once. Understanding the cause helps our doctors and specialists plan care that targets the right issue and lowers the chance of acne coming back:

• Excess oil — overactive sebaceous glands produce too much oil, which easily clogs the pores
• Buildup of dead skin cells — when they don’t shed completely, they combine with oil and block the pores
• Bacteria and inflammation — bacteria inside clogged pores trigger red, swollen inflamed acne
• Hormones — hormonal changes often drive oiliness and breakouts along the chin and jawline
• Lifestyle and environment — too little rest, stress, diet, dust, and the use of pore-clogging products

Types of acne and how care differs

Each type of acne looks different and is managed differently. The table below gives a general overview; an actual assessment should be done by our doctors and specialists on your consultation day:

For hormonal acne or chronic, recurring breakouts, our doctors and specialists may recommend long-term care together with a dermatologist, to help reduce and control acne appropriately for each individual.

What can facial and acne treatments help with?

Treatments at Onnyx Clinic are designed to care for several aspects of the skin and acne, with our doctors and specialists choosing the steps best suited to each person’s skin:

• Reducing and controlling acne — including comedonal acne, inflamed acne, and periodic flare-ups
• Deep cleansing the skin — clearing pore blockages and dull, congested skin
• Rebalancing oily skin and pores — managing excess oil and helping the skin look smoother
• Brightening the complexion — helping the face look healthier and more even
• Lowering the risk of marks and scars — caring for acne early to reduce the chance of marks that follow

What acne and skin services does Onnyx Clinic offer?

We offer a range of services to suit your skin type and the severity of your acne. Our doctors and specialists will help advise where to start, and steps may be combined into a set for more comprehensive care:

Which program is right for whom?

Each program addresses different skin concerns. The table below gives a general overview, but an actual assessment should be done by our doctors and specialists on your consultation day:

What is Program Acne Clear?

Program Acne Clear is a step-by-step acne-care program that combines deep cleansing, extractions to clear blockages, and treatments that help rebalance the skin. It suits those with regular breakouts who want ongoing care. Our doctors and specialists adjust the steps at each visit to match how the acne has changed, helping to reduce and control acne over the long term.

How do full-face extractions work?

Extractions are the proper, specialist-performed clearing of blockages from the pores — including blackheads, whiteheads, and comedonal acne that’s ready to extract. This helps unclog the pores and lowers the chance of comedonal acne turning into inflamed acne. Extractions at Onnyx Clinic are performed in a clean, gentle process to help reduce irritation and bruising afterward. Only suitable lesions should be extracted, and this should be done by specialists only.

What kind of acne are acne injections suited to?

Acne injections treat localized inflamed acne or cystic acne that is swollen, red, and tender. They generally help inflamed acne settle faster within a few days and ease soreness. They suit large, very inflamed lesions that may leave marks or scars if left untreated. The doctor will assess whether a given lesion is suitable for injection and choose the approach best suited to each individual. Results vary by individual.

How do the 4 Treatment formulas differ?

Treatment (4 formulas) is a set of treatments designed to be chosen according to your skin goals — for example, caring for acne and oily skin, reducing dullness, boosting hydration, or conditioning the skin to look brighter and smoother. Our doctors and specialists help select the formula best suited to your skin, and may alternate formulas as your skin changes from one visit to the next.

Who are acne treatments for, and who should tell the doctor first?

Suitable for those with comedonal acne, inflamed acne, oily skin, or enlarged pores; those who want deep cleansing; and those who want step-by-step, ongoing facial care — including those looking for gentle skin care.

Tell the doctor before treatment if you are using certain acne medications (such as retinoids/vitamin-A acids), are pregnant or breastfeeding, have sensitive skin or a history of allergy to product ingredients, or have a rash or open wound on the face. Our doctors and specialists will take a history and assess suitability before every session.

The acne and skin-care process at Onnyx Clinic

1. Consultation and skin assessment — our doctors and specialists examine the type of acne and skin condition
2. A personalized care plan — selecting the program and treatment formula suited to your concern
3. Deep cleansing — preparing the skin and clearing blockages before the next steps
4. Extractions / acne injections / formula treatment — care according to the plan set for each visit
5. After-care and follow-up — home-care advice and scheduling the next visit

How many sessions until acne treatments show results?

Results depend on the type and severity of your acne, as well as your home-care routine. Extractions and acne injections often help individual lesions look better quickly, while improving the skin overall and controlling acne generally requires ongoing care in cycles. Our doctors and specialists will advise the frequency that suits each person:

Do acne treatments hurt? Is the downtime long?

In general, treatments and extractions may cause mild redness or irritation afterward, which usually improves on its own within a short period. Acne injections may feel slightly tight or sore at the injection site. Most require no downtime and you can return to normal life, simply caring for your skin as your doctor advises in the early days. How it feels and how long recovery takes vary by individual.

Are acne treatments suitable for sensitive skin?

Those with sensitive skin can have their skin and acne cared for, but should tell our doctors and specialists about any history of allergy and how reactive their skin is before every session, so gentle steps and products can be chosen and the strength of the treatment adjusted appropriately. A pre-treatment skin assessment is therefore an important step that helps lower the chance of irritation.

How much do acne treatments cost?

The price depends on the program and steps you choose — for example, Program Acne Clear, full-face extractions, acne injections, and Treatment (4 formulas). See the options and transparent pricing in the price table. Our doctors and specialists will help recommend a care plan that fits each person’s skin and budget on the consultation day.

Results and how often to treat

Caring for the skin and acne generally shows better results when done regularly and consistently, alongside a proper home-care routine — such as gentle cleansing, choosing non-pore-clogging products, and applying sunscreen consistently. A single treatment may help the skin look better, but controlling acne over the long term relies on ongoing care. Results vary by individual.

Preparing before a treatment

• Tell the doctor about any underlying conditions, medications, and allergy history — especially acne medications
• Avoid harsh scrubs or strong exfoliation beforehand, as advised by our specialists
• Avoid picking or squeezing acne yourself before your visit
• Come with clean skin and avoid heavy makeup on the day of your appointment

After-care for treatments and acne

• Avoid touching, picking, or pressing the treated area
• Avoid makeup in the early period, as advised by your doctor
• Apply sunscreen and avoid strong sun exposure
• Cleanse gently and avoid scrubs and irritating products in the early period
• Drink enough water; if you have irritation or any questions, you can consult our doctors and specialists

How to care for yourself to help reduce acne

A proper home-care routine reinforces the results of your treatment and helps lower the chance of acne coming back. Our doctors and specialists suggest these general guidelines:

Do

• Cleanse gently twice a day, and remove all makeup before bed
• Choose non-comedogenic products suited to your skin type
• Apply sunscreen consistently, get enough rest, and drink water appropriately
• Keep pillowcases, face towels, and makeup tools that touch the skin clean

Avoid

• Picking, scratching, or squeezing acne yourself, which risks inflammation, marks, and scars
• Scrubbing or strong exfoliation too often, to the point of irritating the skin
• Using heavy, pore-clogging products, or switching products too frequently
• Letting oil and sweat build up on the skin, especially after exercise

How to care for acne marks and scars

Caring for acne early and not picking at it helps lower the chance of dark marks, redness, and acne scars that follow. If you already have existing marks or scars, our doctors and specialists will help assess your skin and recommend a suitable approach, which may be combined with caring for other skin concerns. Marks and scars generally require ongoing care, and results vary by individual.

Why choose Onnyx Clinic for skin and acne care?

Care and assessment by our doctors and specialists, a personalized plan based on your skin, and a full range of services including Program Acne Clear, extractions, acne injections, and Treatment (4 formulas) — with transparent pricing and close before- and after-care, to help reduce and control acne safely to medical standards.

References

• American Academy of Dermatology — aad.org
• Guidelines of care for the management of acne vulgaris (JAAD, 2024) — jaad.org
• Thai FDA (อย.) — fda.moph.go.th