Acne can be one of the most frustrating skin concerns, especially when it feels like you’ve tried everything with little success. At Viva Skin Lounge, we take a personalized, medical-grade approach to skin health. This blog is following the journey of one of our clients who partnered with our estheticians to tackle her acne head-on.
We’ll continue to update this blog with new progress photos and treatment updates as she moves through her plan.
Month 1–3: Building the Foundation
The first step in any acne treatment plan is committing to consistency. Our estheticians created a custom home skincare routine and paired it with in-office treatments to maximize results.
Skincare Investment
- Initial lineup: $1,048.60
- Add-ons: $246.10 (Trio + extra Oil Control Pads)
- Total so far: $1,294.70
This may sound like a lot upfront, but investing in medical-grade skincare is the key to long-term change. Over-the-counter products often don’t have the strength or formulations needed to tackle stubborn acne.
In-Office Treatments
We combined clinical facials and peels to clear congestion and speed up cell turnover:
- Month 1: Deluxe Hydrafacial – $275
- Month 2: 3-Step Peel – $250
- Month 3: Deluxe Hydrafacial – $275
Total treatments so far: $800
Skincare Routine
Our client follows a strict regimen at home, which is just as important as her professional treatments. Here’s her customized plan:
Morning Routine
- Exfoliating Cleanser
- Dual Action Scrub (as directed)
- Oil Control Pads
- Clarifying Serum
- Exfoliation Accelerator (2–3x per week)
- Daily Power Defense
- Trio (1 pump)
- Sunscreen
Night Routine
- Exfoliating Cleanser
- Dual Action Scrub (as directed)
- Oil Control Pads
- Clarifying Serum
- Daily Power Defense
- Acne Retinol (1 pump every other night)
- Trio (2 pumps)
Extras
- Clarifying Masque – 2–3x per week or as a spot treatment overnight
- Hydrating Crème – only when absolutely needed
Results So Far
At just three months in, her breakouts are already significantly reduced. Her skin is less congested, redness is calming, and her overall texture is improving. We’ll continue to share updated photos to show her progress in real time.
What’s Next
To take results even further, we’ll be starting a series of 4 BioRePeel treatments. This will help target residual acne, refine texture, and lighten any post-inflammatory pigmentation left behind from breakouts.
Struggling With Acne in Pittsburgh?
Whether you’re dealing with teen acne, adult hormonal breakouts, cystic acne, or stubborn clogged pores, our team of licensed estheticians at Viva Skin Lounge create treatment plans that are customized to your skin. We offer advanced options like Hydrafacial for acne, chemical peels, BioRePeel, microneedling for acne scars, and medical-grade skincare systems like ZO Skin Health and SkinBetter. If you’re searching for the best acne treatments near you, our team is here to guide you through every step toward clearer, healthier skin.
Takeaway
Clearing acne is never a “quick fix.” It’s about patience, consistency, and expert guidance. By combining professional treatments with a medical-grade homecare routine, our client is already seeing life-changing progress in just 90 days.
If you’re struggling with acne, book a consultation with our estheticians to get your personalized plan started.
Serving clients in Irwin, North Huntingdon, Greensburg, Monroeville, Murrysville, and the greater Pittsburgh area.
Schedule a skin analysis with either Amaya or Grace to start your journey!
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