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Skin Rejuvenation & Microneedling

Acne Treatment Program in Chicago

A multi-session program combining medical-grade products, targeted peels, extractions, LED therapy, and supervised regimen adjustments.

Program overseen by a licensed medical provider; sessions delivered by licensed medical providers under physician supervision

At a glance

Visit length
About 45 to 60 minutes per session.
Suggested plan
Often 4 to 6 sessions, spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart.
Full treatment details

Treatment Overview

What Medical Acne Treatment Is

Medical acne treatment is a clinically supervised approach to clearing active acne and managing acne-prone skin over time. It is distinct from over-the-counter regimens — which rely on retail-strength ingredients and a one-size-fits-all schedule — by combining medical-grade products, in-clinic procedures, and ongoing adjustments under the supervision of a licensed medical provider.

At Chicago Medspa, the Acne Treatment Program is a multi-modal, multi-session structure delivered at our Chicago Loop location. In-clinic care can include medical-grade facials, careful extractions, targeted chemical peels calibrated to acne-prone skin, and LED light therapy. When clinically appropriate, your provider may incorporate prescription topicals as part of the program — these decisions are made under physician supervision rather than self-directed.

The program is built around the recognition that acne is a chronic condition rather than a one-time event. The goal is not a single treatment but a structured plan that calms active breakouts, addresses contributing factors, and protects skin from long-term scarring.

Candidacy

Who the Acne Treatment Program Is For

The Acne Treatment Program is appropriate for teens and adults dealing with active mild-to-moderate acne, hormonal acne flares, adult-onset acne, persistent congestion or comedonal acne, cystic or inflammatory acne (with appropriate clinical workup), and early-stage acne scarring. It is well-suited to clients who have tried over-the-counter routines without lasting results and are ready to commit to a structured plan over multiple visits.

For guidance on choosing the right starting point for breakout-prone skin, our guide to the best facial for acne-prone skin in Chicago covers how in-clinic treatments differ from at-home routines and when each is most useful.

Severe nodulocystic acne, certain rare presentations, or cases requiring systemic oral medications such as isotretinoin may be better managed by a board-certified dermatologist; in those cases your provider will refer or coordinate care. Pregnancy requires modified protocols, and recent isotretinoin use requires a treatment-free interval before certain in-clinic procedures can be performed safely. A medical evaluation determines exact candidacy.

The Program

What to Expect Across the Treatment Program

Programs typically run 8 to 12 weeks, with visits spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart, spacing out further as your skin stabilizes. The structure is calibrated by your provider based on severity, skin response, and your schedule.

Your first appointment is a full medical evaluation. Your provider reviews your skin history, current routine, lifestyle factors, hormonal patterns, prior treatments, and medication history. A personalized in-clinic plan and home regimen are created together. You leave with clear next steps.

A typical in-clinic appointment includes thorough cleansing and skin assessment, careful extractions where needed, a treatment selected for that visit (such as a medical-grade peel or LED light therapy), and a calming closing protocol. Each visit is calibrated to how your skin is responding rather than following a fixed script.

Between visits, the home regimen is the day-to-day driver of progress. Your provider reviews and adjusts both the in-clinic plan and the home routine on an ongoing basis throughout the program.

Results

Results, Recovery, and Aftercare

Weeks 2–4: Initial calming. Inflammation reduces. Some clients experience temporary purging as congestion clears.

Weeks 6–8: Substantial clearing of active breakouts becomes visible. Skin texture begins to feel smoother and more even.

Weeks 8–12: Skin enters a maintenance phase. Visit frequency typically decreases, and the focus shifts to sustaining results and addressing any lingering pigmentation or scarring.

Aftercare priorities: strict daily SPF 30+, non-comedogenic products only, no aggressive at-home exfoliation between visits, and consistency with the prescribed regimen — acne responds best to disciplined, repeatable routines.

For clients dealing with post-acne scarring after the active phase is controlled, the program may transition into texture-focused treatments such as medical microneedling or customized chemical peels to address the residual textural and pigmentary footprint of past breakouts.

Maintenance matters. Without ongoing care, contributing factors return and acne can recur. Most clients move into a lower-frequency maintenance schedule once active acne is controlled.

Why Chicago Medspa

Why Choose Chicago Medspa for Acne Treatment

Acne care depends on consistency, clinical judgment, and the ability to adjust as skin responds — not on a single product or a single visit. At Chicago Medspa, the Acne Treatment Program is overseen by a licensed medical provider under physician supervision, delivered in a clinical environment rather than a retail or spa setting.

Our multi-modal program structure means we can combine medical-grade facials, extractions, peels, LED therapy, and prescription support as appropriate — rather than relying on a single tool. Each protocol is individualized to your skin, history, and goals, and adjusted over the course of the program.

Our Chicago Loop location at 30 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1220 is convenient for downtown professionals — steps from Millennium Park, Block 37, and the Magnificent Mile, with access via the State/Lake and Washington/Wabash CTA stations. The location supports the consistent, repeating visit schedule that acne care requires.

New clients begin with a Professional Skin Consultation, which includes a full skin and history review and a personalized program recommendation. We do not pressure same-day bookings.

— Planning Your Visit —

Treatment Details

Appointment Length
About 45 to 60 minutes per session.
Typical Course
Often 4 to 6 sessions, spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart.

Your program schedule is mapped out with you at consultation.

No deposit, no fees

Your consultation is complimentary, with no obligation to book. We take no deposit to hold your appointment, and we charge nothing to cancel, to reschedule, or for a visit you miss.

— Frequently Asked —

Questions, Answered

How long is the program?

Programs are individualized based on severity and response, typically running 8 to 12 weeks of visits spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart before transitioning to maintenance. Your provider will outline a recommended duration during your initial evaluation.

Is it right for cystic acne?

Yes — cystic and inflammatory acne are common reasons clients enter the program. A licensed medical provider reviews your case and tailors the plan accordingly. Severe nodulocystic acne may benefit from coordination with a dermatologist.

What makes it medical vs. a regular facial?

It is overseen by a licensed medical provider, uses medical-grade products and protocols, and adjusts your regimen over time — beyond what a single facial can achieve.

Do I need prescription medication?

Some clients benefit from prescription support; others do not. The decision is made by your provider as part of your medical evaluation.

Can teens enroll?

Yes. Teens can enroll with parental consent. The program is adjusted appropriately for younger skin.

Who is a candidate?

Teens and adults with active or recurrent acne. Active cystic flares, certain medications, recent isotretinoin use, or pregnancy may require modified protocols. A medical evaluation determines suitability.

Will the program help with acne scarring?

Once active acne is controlled, many clients transition into texture-focused treatments such as medical microneedling or customized chemical peels to address post-acne scarring and pigmentation. Your provider will sequence these appropriately.

How is the program different from buying a skincare set?

A retail skincare set offers a fixed routine. The Acne Treatment Program is structured, supervised, and adjusted across visits based on how your skin responds, combining in-clinic procedures with a personalized home regimen rather than a static product list.

— Begin Here —

Start with a Professional Consultation

Your consultation is complimentary, with no obligation to book.

Results vary between individuals.