At Emberwood Aesthetics, Dr Jolenda has several clients who have improved acne and acne scars, and specialises in managing oily skin, hormonal jawline acne, cystic/nodular acne and back acne.

Our goal: control inflammation, reduce breakouts, and prevent scarring 

Quick Facts: Acne Treatment in Singapore

• Who it’s for: Teens & adults with whiteheads/blackheads, papules/pustules, cystic or back acne

• Typical improvement: Visible control in 2–8 weeks with consistent care (varies by severity)

• Common clinic options: acne laser, yellow laser, chemical peels, LED blue/red light, medical facials, doctor-prescribed medication

• Sessions: Lasers 4–8; peels 3–6; medication reviewed monthly 

• Downtime: Typically minimal; depends on modality

• Doctor’s note: Early treatment lowers the risk of acne scars; maintenance reduces relapse

What Causes Acne?

Acne occurs when pores are clogged with oil (sebum), dead skin and bacteria. Inflammation then produces different lesion types — comedones, papules, pustules, nodules and cysts.

Triggers include hormonal changes, stress/sleep, occlusive cosmetics and, in some individuals, high-GI diets.

Common contributing factors

• Increased sebum and sticky dead skin cells

• Overgrowth of Cutibacterium acnes

• Hormonal changes (teens, adult females)

• Heat/humidity and sweat (common in SG)

• Certain medications or products (comedogenic)

How Doctors Treat Acne in Singapore (Overview)

Your treatment plan is personalised after assessment. Depending on acne type and severity, we may combine:

• Topicals: retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, azelaic/salicylic acid; topical clascosterone, short antibiotic courses where appropriate

• Oral medication: antibiotics; selected cases may consider isotretinoin with monitoring of blood tests (doctor-supervised); women may consider hormonal options

• Clinic procedures:

  • yellow laser for oil control and pore purification

  • PICO laser for, hyperpigmentation (dark brown spots), scars and resurfacing 

  • Chemical peels to unclog pores and to reduce hyperpigmentation 

  • LED blue/red light therapy to calm inflammation

  • Medical facials to deep-clean with minimal extraction

  • CO2 laser for skin resurfacing 

Key Benefits by Treatment (at‑a‑glance)

Treatment

What it targets

Key benefits

Best suited for

Hydrafacial with chemical Peel

Oil, debris, congested pores

Deep cleanse, serum infusion, minimal downtime

Oily/combination skin, maintenance, early congestion

Glycolic / Salicylic Chemical Peel

Comedones, surface congestion

Unclogs pores, smooths texture, supports marks

Whiteheads/blackheads, acne-prone skin

PICO laser

Post-acne marks, pigmentation, skin texture

Breaks down pigmentation, stimulates collagen, improves acne marks with minimal downtime

Acne marks, uneven skin tone, mild textural concerns

Yellow laser 

Oil activity, acne-causing bacteria, inflammation, pigmentation

Targets C. acnes bacteria, reduces redness, helps regulate sebum, supports healing of post-acne marks

Moderate acne; post-inflammation redness 

LED Blue/Red Light

Bacteria & inflammation

Adjunct therapy to calm flares

Flares, sensitive skin

Specialised Acne Laser / Sebaceous-Targeting Laser

Recurrent cystic lesions

Doctor-directed treatment that selectively reduces oil gland activity for longer-term control

Severe, localised, recurrent cysts

Which Acne Treatment is Right for me? (By Severity)

There are many different acne treatments available. From at home treatments to oral medications and medical treatments, the best acne treatment is to seek out a reputable skin clinic to ensure a proper diagnosis.

Due to the different types of acne, acne treatment is categorised into 3 groups to treat:

• Mild (comedones): salicylic/glycolic chemical peel, Hydrafacial, skincare; consider LED adjuncts

• Moderate (papules/pustules): Yellow laser or specialised acne laser + topicals; short course oral antibiotics if indicated

• Severe/nodulocystic: physician‑supervised oral medications; consider procedural add‑ons case‑by‑case

• Back acne (truncal): often needs longer treatment; laser/peel + appropriate topicals and hygiene

Acne Treatment Singapore Price

For most cases of mild to moderate acne conditions, the costs are relatively cheaper. Treating cystic acne may take a longer time as the chances of recurrence are higher.

At Emberwood Aesthetics, we offer a customised acne treatment plan based on your needs and budget.

The price of acne treatment in Singapore ranges from $100 to $800. Depending on the severity of the acne condition, the price will vary.

Treatment

Price (SGD) - not inclusive of GST

Hydrafacial

From $100

Chemical Peel

From $128

Yellow laser

From $380

LED Face Therapy

From $128

Specialised Acne Laser (Sebaceous-Targeting Laser)

From $600

Oral Medication

Varies