Full Face Acne Extraction Program

What causes acne?

It is normal that acne treatment must begin with understanding that acne has many causes. The causes of acne include both internal and external factors. Important internal factors include hormonal changes, especially testosterone, genetics, stress, insufficient sleep, and the body’s immune system.
External factors that affect acne include pollution and environmental conditions, use of inappropriate cosmetics, eating habits, and inadequate skin cleansing.

What is the Full Face Acne Extraction Program?

Acne extraction is a method of treating acne, especially comedonal acne (blackheads and whiteheads), by using special tools to remove the clogged material. Correct and safe acne extraction is performed by Pruksa Clinic experts to avoid scarring, infection, and increased inflammation.

What types of acne can be extracted?

The types of acne that can be extracted are comedonal acne, especially blackheads and whiteheads that have visible heads and are not yet inflamed. Extracting these types of acne will help reduce the chance of developing inflamed acne in the future. However, extraction should be done carefully and with clean tools to prevent infection and scarring.

Comedone acne problem (Comedone Acne)

Comedonal acne starts when the sebaceous glands under the skin are stimulated by various factors, producing excess oil (Sebaceous Gland Hyperactivity). If there is also abnormal shedding of skin cells within the pores (Follicular Hyperkeratinization), dead skin cells will clump together, blocking the hair follicle opening. The sebum produced cannot pass through and becomes trapped in the sebaceous glands and hair follicles, forming comedonal acne. When this clogged pore combines with P. acnes bacteria, the acne will become inflamed.

Who is the Full Face Acne Extraction Program suitable for?

It is suitable for those who have conditions or diseases that can be treated with acne extraction, such as comedonal acne and milia.

How does the Full Face Acne Extraction Program treat acne?

  1. Consult a doctor for a thorough evaluation of the skin and acne to ensure the most effective and safe treatment. A doctor’s consultation will help identify the cause of the acne, provide the most appropriate treatment, and give advice on skin care to prevent recurrence.
  2. Clean the face to reduce the risk of infection and make acne extraction more effective.
  3. Perform acne extraction correctly by clinical specialists, along with providing consultation to reduce the occurrence of future inflamed acne and acne scars. Leaving comedonal acne untreated for too long may increase the chance of scarring and acne pits.
  4. Receive medication based on the doctor’s assessment of each individual’s problem to further enhance treatment results.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Acne Extraction

Advantages of Acne Extraction

  • Acne extraction helps remove clogged pores, whiteheads, and blackheads quickly compared to using medication or skincare products.
  • Proper acne extraction helps prevent clogged pores from developing into more severe inflamed acne.
  • After acne extraction, the skin will appear smoother and pore blockage will be reduced.

Disadvantages of Acne Extraction

  • Risk of infection if acne is extracted with unclean hands or equipment that has not been sterilized, which may cause infection and more severe inflamed acne.
  • Scarring may occur if acne is extracted incorrectly or with excessive force, which can cause scars, dark marks, or acne pits.
  • Increased inflammation – improper acne extraction may worsen inflammation or cause it to spread to other areas.
  • Should be done by a specialist – acne extraction should be performed by a dermatologist or skincare specialist to reduce the risk of side effects.

Precautions for Acne Extraction

  • Avoid extracting inflamed acne.
  • Do not extract inflamed acne, pustules, or acne deep under the skin.
  • Do not squeeze or extract acne by yourself if unskilled, as it may cause inflammation, infection, and scarring.
  • Acne extraction should be done appropriately and under the advice of a doctor.

Facial Care After Acne Extraction

  1. Cleanse the face gently
    Use a gentle facial cleanser without fragrance to avoid irritation.
  2. Use products to reduce inflammation and redness
    Choose products containing Benzoyl Peroxide or Salicylic Acid to reduce inflammation and prevent dark spots.
  3. Avoid touching the face
    Touching or repeatedly squeezing pimples may cause infection and scarring.
  4. Apply sunscreen regularly
    Sunlight can darken post-extraction marks; therefore, apply sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
  5. Avoid makeup
    Avoid applying makeup for 1–2 days after acne extraction to allow the skin to recover.
  6. Cold compress
    If swelling and redness occur, use a cold compress to help reduce symptoms.
  7. Consult a doctor
    If severe symptoms occur or infection is suspected, consult a doctor or specialist.

Price – Full Face Acne Extraction Program

Summary

Acne extraction is one method of acne treatment that can be done, but it should only be performed by a specialist. If you are not skilled, you should avoid extracting acne yourself and consult a doctor or dermatologist every time to receive proper advice and treatment.