Acne & pore treatments in Gangnam, Seoul
From active breakouts and clogged pores to red marks and pitted scars — a doctor-led plan that treats the stage your skin is in, with options that fit a short stay in Seoul.
How is acne treated at a dermatology clinic?
Clinic acne treatment combines in-office procedures — extraction, medical facials, chemical peels and RF microneedling — with medical home care to clear pores, reduce oil and inflammation, and prevent new breakouts. Once acne is controlled, marks and scars are treated with lasers, peels and collagen-building procedures. Most plans run over several sessions.
At MIN Clinic, a physician first checks your acne type, oiliness, pores and any scarring (AI 3D skin analysis is available), then sequences treatments so active acne is calmed before scars are resurfaced.
- First step
- Doctor consultation + skin analysis
- Typical sessions
- 3–6 per plan
- Interval
- Every 2–6 weeks
- Downtime
- None to a few days
- Treats
- Acne, pores, marks, scars
- Languages
- English & Korean
- Performed by
- MIN Clinic physicians
- Location
- Cheongdam, Gangnam
Find the right acne & pore treatment
Start with the concern you see most — your doctor will build the full plan.
Before & after acne treatment
Drag the handle to compare. Photographed at MIN Clinic with the patient’s consent.

Before
After
- Treatment
- Acne skin programme
- Concern
- Breakouts, pores, marks
- Downtime
- Minimal
- Clinic
- MIN Clinic, Cheongdam-dong
Individual results vary. Photos are shown with patient consent and are not a guarantee of outcome. A doctor consultation is required before treatment.
View more before & afterMatching treatment to your acne stage
Treating in the right order gives better, safer results.
1. Calm active acne
Extraction, acne facials, peels and medication reduce breakouts and inflammation.
How your visit works
Most international guests complete the visit in one half-day, timed around their flight.
Message us
Send photos and your goals on WhatsApp. We reply in English with options and an estimated price.
Skin analysis
An AI 3D skin analysis and a one-to-one consultation with your physician.
Treatment
Acne and pore treatment is performed by your MIN Clinic physician, with numbing or comfort care where needed.
Aftercare
English aftercare notes, follow-up on WhatsApp and tax-free benefits with a foreign passport.
Acne and pore treatments at a glance
Many plans combine two or more options.
| Treatment | Best for | Downtime | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extraction facial | Blackheads, whiteheads | A few hours | Monthly |
| Acne peel | Breakouts, congestion, marks | None to flaking | 3–6 |
| Potenza | Pores, scars, active acne | 1–3 days | 3–5 |
| Acne scar removal | Pitted scars | Varies | 3–6 |

Dr. Min Ji Kim
Director · Board-certified specialist, MIN Clinic Cheongdam
- Former Director, Apgujeong ORACLE Dermatology
- Member, Korean Society for Cosmetic Dermatology
- Academic exchange, Shibuya Scramble Dermatology (miraDry), Japan
Acne and pore treatment questions we hear most
Can’t find your answer? Message our English-speaking team on WhatsApp.
What is the best treatment for acne?
It depends on acne type and severity. Mild acne often responds to extraction, peels and topical care, while moderate to severe acne may need medication and procedures such as RF microneedling, guided by a doctor.
Can enlarged pores be shrunk?
Pores cannot be removed, but they can look smaller. Oil control, peels and collagen-building treatments like Potenza tighten the skin around pores.
How soon will my acne improve?
Many people notice less oil and fewer new spots within a few weeks, with clearer skin over a series of 3–6 sessions. Scars take longer and are treated after acne calms down.
Can I treat acne on a short trip to Seoul?
Yes. Extraction facials, peels and many laser sessions have little downtime. Your doctor can plan home care to continue after you fly home.
Do you treat acne scars too?
Yes. See acne scar removal and our scar treatments for rolling, boxcar and ice pick scars.
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Plan your Acne and pore treatment in Cheongdam
4F Daedong Tower, 326 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Mon–Sat from 10:00 · English & Korean
Results vary by individual. A doctor consultation is required before any treatment.













