Acne Treatment (Chemical Peels & Laser)

Acne is a multifactorial skin condition that requires a targeted, medically guided approach to achieve sustained improvement — particularly for moderate-to-severe presentations. At Dr Plus Aesthetics Clinic, Dr Kenneth Lee offers a comprehensive acne treatment programme using both chemical peels and laser modalities, selecting the most appropriate tool based on each patient's acne type, severity, and skin characteristics.

Chemical peels are a cornerstone of the clinic's acne management protocol. Salicylic acid peels (BHA) are the primary choice for active inflammatory acne: the oil-soluble acid penetrates deeply into sebaceous pores, dissolving the material blocking them, reducing sebum production, and exerting direct antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects on Cutibacterium acnes. For patients with more resistant congestion, stronger options — Jessner's peel (salicylic…

For acne scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, Pico laser provides an effective complement to the chemical peel programme. The laser's photoacoustic mechanism breaks up pigment deposits and stimulates collagen remodelling within scar tissue, gradually refining texture and reducing the discolouration associated with previous breakouts. Pico laser is safe for use on all skin tones and does not require significant downtime.