Acne care · Sinsa, Gangnam
Acne Clear Injections in Seoul
Fast relief for painful pimples at Egg Clinic, Gangnam
A tiny dose of anti-inflammatory medicine injected into a painful pimple or cyst to calm it quickly, given by a doctor.
- Spots calm in 1–3 days
- No downtime
- 3 min from Sinsa Stn. Exit 5
- English-speaking staff
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Acne clear injections are spot injections of a diluted anti-inflammatory medicine, usually a corticosteroid such as triamcinolone, placed directly into a painful pimple or cyst. At Egg Clinic in Sinsa, Gangnam, a doctor gives the injection; swelling and pain usually ease within one to three days, making it useful before an event or for stubborn cystic spots.
- Treatment time
- A few minutes
- Comfort
- Quick sting
- Downtime
- None
- Results
- Usually within 1–3 days
- Lasts
- Treats the injected spot
- Sessions
- As spots appear
What are acne clear injections?
An acne clear injection, also called an anti-inflammatory or cortisone shot for acne, treats individual inflamed spots. The doctor injects a very small, diluted dose of a corticosteroid such as triamcinolone (TA) into the centre of a red, swollen pimple, cyst or nodule. The medicine reduces inflammation inside the lesion, so it flattens and becomes less painful much faster than it would on its own.
Treating deep spots quickly also lowers the chance of them leaving marks or scars. The injection treats existing spots rather than preventing new ones, so it is usually combined with wider care such as acne facials or extraction.
Who is a good candidate?
- Painful, swollen cysts or nodules
- A large pimple before an important event
- Inflamed spots that are slow to settle
- People prone to scarring from deep acne
Spot injections are not used for blackheads or small whiteheads, which respond better to extraction. Because steroid injections can occasionally cause a small temporary dent or lighter patch, the dose is kept very low. The doctor checks whether a spot is suitable and whether you need treatment for widespread acne.
Acne Clear Injections cost in Gangnam
Egg Clinic publishes fixed prices for every treatment. For related options, see our Acne Care prices(from ₩10,000) or the complete clinic price list. The doctor confirms the right treatment and your final price at a free consultation.
Before & after at Egg Clinic
This photo shows a Joule BBL result, a light-based treatment rather than acne injections. Results vary.
Are acne clear injections the same as acne scar injections?
No. Acne clear injections treat active, inflamed spots. Indented acne scars are treated differently, for example with subcision, RF microneedling, lasers or boosters. If you have both active acne and scars, the doctor usually calms the active acne first and then plans scar treatment, so the skin heals well and new scars are less likely.
How the treatment works
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Assessment
The doctor examines your spots and decides which ones are suitable for injection.
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Cleansing
The skin is cleaned to reduce the risk of infection.
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Injection
A very small dose of diluted anti-inflammatory medicine is injected into each spot with a fine needle.
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Aftercare
Do not squeeze or pick the spot. Keep the area clean, and the swelling usually eases over one to three days.
Tips for international patients
- Come in early if a painful spot appears before an important event or flight.
- Avoid squeezing deep spots, which can spread inflammation and leave scars.
- Combine injections with an acne care plan if you get breakouts regularly.
- Send a photo on WhatsApp if you are unsure whether a spot needs an injection.
Frequently asked questions
How fast do acne injections work?
Most spots look flatter and less painful within one to three days after the injection.
Do acne injections hurt?
You will feel a quick sting from the fine needle. It is over in seconds per spot.
Are there side effects?
Side effects are uncommon at low doses, but a small temporary dent or lighter patch of skin can occur. The doctor uses a very diluted dose to reduce this risk.
Can acne injections be used on every pimple?
No. They are for inflamed, swollen spots and cysts. Blackheads and whiteheads are better treated with extraction.
Do acne injections prevent future breakouts?
No, they treat the injected spot only. Ongoing care is needed to reduce new breakouts.
How much do acne injections cost in Seoul?
The price depends on the number of spots or whole-face treatment, and we confirm it before treatment. See our published acne care prices.
Related treatments & prices
Egg Clinic, Sinsa · Gangnam
- Address
- 613 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
- Directions
- 3-minute walk from Sinsa Station Exit 5 (Line 3 & Shinbundang Line)
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 11:00–20:30 · Sat & Sun 11:00–17:00 · Lunch 14:00–15:00
- Contact
- +82-2-542-5540(WhatsApp & text)
