Acne & Pimples Treatment (Keel Muhase)
Pimples on your face that keep coming back, however often you wash? Acne starts when oil and dead skin block a pore and bacteria inflame it. Acne treatment at the clinic clears the pores and calms breakouts: a HydraFacial or salicylic acid peel for oily, breakout-prone skin and a carbon laser peel for stubborn spots, from about Rs 4,800 a session in a course, with a dermatologist’s prescription when acne is deep.
Also known as keel muhase, daane, pimples on face, breakouts or acne vulgaris.
Is this you?
- Red pimples on your face, chest or back
- Blackheads and whiteheads with oily skin
- Breakouts before your period or with stress
- Dark marks left after pimples heal
- Pimples that keep coming back despite face washes
See a doctor first if pimples are deep, painful or leave scars, acne came on suddenly with irregular periods or new facial hair, or it hasn’t improved after 2–3 months: prescription treatment from the dermatologist comes first.
What causes acne and pimples?
- Oil Oily skin fills pores faster, so they block more easily.
- Clogged pores Dead skin and oil plug the pore, forming blackheads and whiteheads.
- Bacteria Acne bacteria grow inside the blocked pore and make it red and swollen.
- Hormones The teenage years, periods and PCOS raise oil and cause breakouts.
- Triggers Heavy creams, some medicines, steroids and supplements can set off breakouts.
How we treat acne and pimples, step by step
- Mild pimplesStep 1 · Mild pimplesHydraFacialClears oil and blackheads and calms the skin, with no downtime; often monthly to keep pores clear. Rs 6,995.
- One visit; monthly for upkeep
- None: back to work the same day
Oily, breakout-proneStep 2 · Oily, breakout-proneSalicylic Acid PeelSalicylic acid dissolves into oil, unblocks pores and calms breakouts over 3–6 peels. From about Rs 4,800 a session in a course of 3.- 3–6 peels, 2–4 weeks apart
- Mild flaking for a few days
Stubborn spotsStep 3 · Stubborn spotsCarbon Laser PeelA laser lifts a carbon layer away with oil and dead cells, for fewer breakouts and less shine. From about Rs 8,000 a session in a course of 3.- 2–4 sessions, 2–4 weeks apart
- None: mild redness for hours
More treatments for acne and pimples
Chemical Peel“I have dark spots, acne marks or dull skin.”- From Rs 4,800 a session in a course
- Downtime Little: redness for hours, light flaking
- Results last Months, with top-up peels
Mesotherapy for Face“Acne has left my skin uneven.”- From Rs 8,400 a session in a course
- Downtime Redness for 24–48 hours
- Results last Lasts well; top-ups keep glow
Acne Treatment for Men“I still get acne and it’s leaving marks.”- From Rs 4,800 a session in a course
- Downtime None to a few days, by treatment
- Results last Long-lasting with good skincare
HydraFacial for Men“My skin is oily with blackheads.”- From Rs 6,995
- Downtime None; shave again the next day
- Results last A few weeks; book monthly
Free consultation
Not sure which one suits you?
A doctor checks your skin and goals, then tells you honestly what will work, and what won’t. No obligation.
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What results to expect
Acne clears over weeks, not days. In a study of 50 people with mild to moderate acne, a salicylic acid or TCA peel every two weeks for 12 weeks clearly cut the number of pimples, blackheads and whiteheads. In another, six HydraFacial sessions two weeks apart took many people with mild to moderate acne to clear or almost clear skin. Most acne treatments take a few weeks to show their effect.
The honest limit: deep, painful or scarring acne needs prescription medicine, and acne can come back when hormones shift, so a maintenance plan matters.
Sources
- American Academy of Dermatology: Acne: diagnosis and treatment
- American Academy of Dermatology: Acne skin care tips
- Efficacy and safety of 25% trichloroacetic acid peel versus 30% salicylic acid peel in mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris: a comparative study
- Efficacy and tolerability of HydraFacial Clarifying Treatment series in the treatment of active acne vulgaris
- Cleveland Clinic: Pimples
Caring for your skin at home
- Wash twice a day and after sweating, with a gentle cleanser; scrubbing makes acne worse.
- Use a benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid wash on breakout-prone skin, and give it a few weeks to work.
- Don’t pick or squeeze pimples: it spreads inflammation and leaves marks and scars.
- Choose oil-free, non-comedogenic products, including sunscreen and make-up.
- Change your pillowcase often and keep hair oils off your face.
Acne and pimples: your questions answered
Straight answers from our doctors to what people ask most about acne and pimples.
Choosing a treatment 6
01What is the best acne treatment?
For mild to moderate acne, a course of salicylic acid peels or a HydraFacial clears pores and calms breakouts, and a carbon laser peel helps oily, stubborn skin.
Deep, painful acne needs prescription creams or tablets from the dermatologist, and clinic treatments then help keep skin clear.
02How do I remove pimples from my face?
Wash twice a day with a gentle salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide face wash, don’t squeeze, and use oil-free products.
If pimples keep coming back, clinic treatments such as salicylic peels and HydraFacial clear the pores more deeply. A pimple usually settles in a few days on its own; picking it makes a mark more likely.
03Do benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid help pimples?
Yes, both are proven acne ingredients.
Benzoyl peroxide kills acne bacteria and salicylic acid unblocks pores, and either works best used daily for a few weeks. A doctor’s salicylic acid peel is many times stronger, so it suits pimples that keep coming back despite home care.
04Why do I keep getting pimples?
Usually oil, clogged pores and hormones.
Breakouts often flare before periods, with stress, or with PCOS, which can also bring irregular periods and facial hair. Heavy creams, some medicines and supplements can trigger them too. If adult acne came on suddenly, the doctor checks for a hormonal cause.
05Should I see a dermatologist for acne?
Yes, if pimples are deep and painful, leave scars, or haven’t improved after two to three months, because prescription treatment works best for those.
A dermatologist visits every Cutera clinic, and booking ahead is best. For mild acne, an aesthetic doctor’s consultation is free.
06Where can I get acne treatment near me?
Acne treatment is available at all 12 Cutera Aesthetics clinics, at the same price in every city.
We have clinics in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Hyderabad and Sialkot, with female doctors at each one. Find your nearest clinic, or message us on WhatsApp and we’ll book your free consultation at the one closest to you.
Cost & results 2
07How much does acne treatment cost in Pakistan?
Acne treatment starts at about Rs 4,800 a session for a salicylic acid peel in a course of 3 (Rs 14,388), or Rs 5,995 for one.
A HydraFacial is Rs 6,995, a carbon laser peel Rs 9,995 (Rs 23,988 for three) and face mesotherapy Rs 11,995. Prices are the same at all 12 clinics, the consultation is free, and any current offer is explained at the clinic.
08How long does it take to clear acne?
Skin often feels less oily within a week of the first peel, and pimples settle steadily through a course of three to six peels, two to four weeks apart.
Prescription treatment from the dermatologist usually takes six to eight weeks to show. A monthly HydraFacial or peel helps keep skin clear afterwards.
Safety & recovery 2
09Is acne treatment safe, and is there downtime?
Yes, with little downtime.
A HydraFacial or carbon laser peel leaves only brief redness, and a salicylic peel may flake lightly for a few days. Peels wait while you take isotretinoin and for a few months after, and the doctor adjusts treatment for sensitive or very dark skin.
10Will my acne leave scars?
Deep, inflamed pimples and picking are the main causes of scars, so treating acne early is the best prevention.
Dark marks usually fade over months, while pitted scars need collagen-building treatment. See our acne scars treatment once your pimples are under control.
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