Acne facial, CAPRI or Acne Spa — which one?

Three clinic routes for active acne

Acne is not one problem. Some people mainly have congestion — blackheads and closed comedones. Others have inflammation — red, tender papules and pustules. Many have excess oil that keeps feeding new breakouts. Each in-clinic option at Bailor addresses a different part of that picture:

• Acne Spa — a focused, efficient session built around sterile extraction and, where needed, an anti-inflammatory injection into angry spots. Level 2 adds Astrodome blue toning and a modelling pack.
• Acne Facial — a longer, more hands-on treatment: thorough cleansing, extraction and calming care for skin that is congested and easily irritated.
• CAPRI laser — a laser treatment aimed at oil-producing activity and inflammation, for acne that keeps coming back despite good cleansing.

None of these replaces prescription treatment when acne is severe, scarring, or widespread on the body. In those cases the doctor will discuss medical options or referral alongside, or instead of, clinic treatments.

Acne Facial, CAPRI and Acne Spa side by side

This is a simplified version of how our doctors match acne patterns to treatments. Your plan may differ after examination.

Combinations

CAPRI can be paired with other steps on the same visit: CAPRI + Potenza N-25(₩330,000) adds RF microneedling for texture and early marks, and CAPRI + FILCORE Exo Healer 3cc(₩350,000) adds an exosome step for barrier recovery. A common rhythm is extraction-based care every 2–4 weeks with CAPRI sessions in between, but the doctor sets the order and spacing.

Prices in KRW, 10% VAT not included, updated September 2026. See the acne treatment price list.

What changes as acne settles

Extraction-based care tends to make skin look clearer within days, while CAPRI's effect on oiliness and breakouts usually builds over several sessions. Red or brown marks fade more slowly; once acne is controlled, the doctor may suggest acne scar treatment for anything that remains.

How a doctor chooses your acne route

1. Consultation The doctor looks at comedones, inflamed spots, oiliness, marks and your current medication and skincare.
2. First choice Usually Acne Spa for congestion, Acne Facial for sensitive congested skin, CAPRI where oil drives breakouts.
3. Treat & calm The chosen session is done the same day if appropriate, finishing with soothing care and sunscreen.
4. Review & adjust After 2–4 sessions we reassess and add, swap or space out treatments.

Visiting Seoul for only a few days? One Acne Spa or Acne Facial session can reduce congestion before you leave, and a CAPRI session can be added if oiliness is the main issue. Longer-term control depends on follow-up and a routine you can keep at home — we will explain what to continue after you fly.

Side effects, who should wait, and aftercare

All three routes are low-downtime, but each carries its own small risks:

• Common: redness and tenderness for a few hours to a day; small marks at extraction points; a warm, flushed feeling after CAPRI.
• Less common: a short-term purge of new spots, dryness, small bruises after injections, or temporary darker marks, especially in darker skin tones.
• Rare: infection, blistering or burns after laser, skin dimpling after an anti-inflammatory injection, or allergic reaction.

Tell the doctor first if

• You take or recently took isotretinoin — laser and aggressive extraction are often postponed
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use antibiotics, steroids or photosensitising medicines
• You have a recent tan or sunburn, cold sores, or a tendency to keloids

Afterwards, avoid picking, saunas and heavy makeup for 24 hours, use non-comedogenic moisturiser and SPF daily, and message us on WhatsApp with a photo if anything looks unusual.

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