What makes our clinic's acne extraction management different?

We don't view acne extraction as just a simple skin care treatment,

but rather approach it as a systematic procedure based on medical principles.

Before the procedure, we take sufficient time to prepare the skin, making it softer.

Understanding the principles of acne extraction, we perform delicate needling.

We select appropriate tools considering the characteristics of each skin area and the necessary pressure, and every step is meticulously carried out according to the patient's skin condition.

During extraction, we focus on reducing acne recurrence by removing sebum and substances that can cause inflammation within the comedones. The procedure is performed precisely on necessary areas without excessive force, aiming to minimize skin irritation.

Our medical team regularly undergoes professional training in extraction techniques through internal seminars, continuously improving their proficiency.

These efforts embody our goal to provide extraction management that goes beyond a simple procedure, helping to improve acne and reduce its recurrence.

Acne Extraction: Why Should You Get It Done at a Medical Institution?

Acne is a skin condition that is difficult to resolve completely by simply applying pressure and squeezing.

When sebum produced by the sebaceous glands cannot be discharged from the pores and clumps together, comedones form. If the pore opening is closed, it becomes a whitehead; if open, it turns black upon contact with air, becoming a blackhead. Comedones provide a favorable environment for acne bacteria to proliferate, which can lead to bacterial growth and immune responses, worsening into inflammatory acne. Therefore, removing comedones before inflammation occurs can help with acne management.

The fundamental cause of acne is a comedo, which is a hardened sebum plug inside the pore.

If this comedo remains in the skin, acne bacteria can continue to multiply, increasing the likelihood of acne recurrence.

Accurately removing comedones is one of the important aspects of extraction treatment.

However, attempting extraction with incorrect methods can instead cause unnecessary irritation and damage to the skin.

Therefore, it is advisable to undergo extraction management with the help of professional medical staff.

What types of acne can benefit from extraction procedures?

• Blackheads and whiteheads that are visible to the naked eye or felt upon touch
• Lesions where a lot of sebum has accumulated, just before transitioning into an inflammatory stage
• Pustular acne where pus has already formed
• Cases where the inflammatory reaction has subsided, but hard comedones remain
• Extraction is not suitable for all types of acne. If acne is accompanied by warmth or pain, it is possible that inflammation is still actively progressing. In such cases, aggressive extraction can worsen the inflammation, so it is best to calm it down first with anti-inflammatory injections or similar treatments before considering extraction.

Reasons to Get Acne Extraction at a Medical Institution Rather Than at Home

Acne extraction is a delicate skin procedure that goes beyond simply removing sebum. We recommend that you receive extraction management from skilled professionals at a medical institution, keeping the following points in mind.

1. The Delicacy of the Needling Process

Before extraction, a delicate needle should be used to create a pathway for sebum to exit.

It is important to carefully discharge sebum along the follicular opening, opposite to the direction of hair growth.

This process can reduce skin irritation, aid in faster recovery, and be beneficial in managing deeper parts of the comedone.

2. Careful Selection of Tools Suitable for Skin Condition

For shallow or sensitive skin lesions, extraction using cotton swabs is suitable, and

for deep and firm lesions, a comedone extractor (metal extractor) is used.

When selecting tools, the experienced judgment of medical staff is crucial, as they comprehensively assess skin thickness, lesion depth, and the necessary pressure.

At our medical institution, we flexibly perform procedures based on these various conditions, providing personalized extraction management that minimizes tissue irritation.

3. Reasons Why Comedones Must Be Completely Removed

If only pus is squeezed out and the sebum plug remains, the likelihood of acne recurring can increase.

Thoroughly removing even hardened sebum can help reduce acne recurrence.

Softening Process to Minimize Pore Enlargement

Medical institutions use sebum softeners to gently open pores, helping to remove sebum with less burden on the skin.

4. Accurate Direction of Discharge and Procedure Method

Incorrect angles during extraction can lead to skin damage.

Our medical staff understands the anatomical structure of hair follicles and delicately adjusts the direction of needling.

5. Appropriate Treatment Methods by Area

We select extraction tools appropriate for the specific characteristics of each skin area, such as using cotton swabs primarily for the nose and comedone extractors for the chin or around the nose.

Using tools that apply unnecessarily strong pressure can cause bruising or strain the skin.

6. Hygiene Management and Scar Prevention Efforts

To minimize the risk of infection, we use disposable cotton swabs, and metal tools undergo high-temperature sterilization. Furthermore, we adhere to thorough disinfection procedures before and after treatment.

Extraction Procedure (Based on Our Clinic's Standards)

• Before treatment, thorough cleansing and disinfection are performed.
• A softening agent is applied to prepare the skin, and sufficient time is allowed for absorption.
• Precise needling is performed according to the follicle structure.
• The appropriate tool (e.g., cotton swab, comedone extractor) is selected for each area, and extraction is performed carefully.

Medical Significance of Extraction: Related Research Cases

According to a study published in JAMA in 1964, consistent extraction management was reported to significantly help reduce the incidence of inflammatory acne.

A JCAD paper in 2011 noted that comedone removal not only provides psychological satisfaction but can also contribute to improving skin condition.

Extraction plays an important role in managing and preventing acne. However, if attempted improperly or too aggressively by an individual, it can irritate the skin. Therefore, we strongly recommend seeking the assistance of a medical professional for safe treatment.

A Message from Our Director

Facing countless acne patients every day, our medical staff always keeps an unchanging, important value in mind.

Extraction is not merely skin care but an integral part of medical practice aimed at protecting and improving skin health.

Understanding that acne can affect not just skin health but also a patient's self-confidence, we strive not to overlook even a single extraction procedure.

Our goal is to perform extraction procedures carefully and safely, tailored to each individual's skin condition.

With this mindset, I and my medical team conduct research late into the night, share treatment expertise, and deeply consider our patients' skin conditions.

Extraction holds significance beyond merely removing acne. It should be recognized as a 'medical procedure' requiring the meticulous assistance of professionals in a medical institution.

Recommended for

• Individuals struggling with small bumps or whiteheads
• Those who wish to systematically manage recurring acne
• Individuals looking to start a new acne management routine