Texture · Skin Quality
Acne that keeps coming back? Start with the sebaceous glands
If pustular or small bumpy acne keeps returning to the same spots despite regular care, the overactive sebaceous glands behind it may need attention. At Cellin Clinic Gangnam, your breakout pattern and sebum production are assessed first, then 2DERMA Gold PTT is used to target the sebaceous glands.
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- About 50 minutes
- Return to your day
- Sebaceous-gland targeting
Procedure at a glance
Who is 2DERMA Gold PTT in Gangnam for?
2DERMA Gold PTT is an acne procedure that uses fine gold particles and a specific-wavelength laser to generate photothermal energy that acts on the sebaceous glands behind recurring pustular acne, small bumpy acne, and excess sebum. It takes about 50 minutes, and daily activities can usually be resumed immediately.
What this procedure can address
A focused procedure for the concern you want to change.
Gold particles and laser energy aimed at the sebaceous glands behind recurring acne
Targets the sebaceous glands
Selectively targets enlarged sebaceous glands and acne bacteria, which may help manage recurring pustular and small bumpy breakouts.
Controls excess sebum
Helps reduce oily shine, prevent clogged pores, and rebalance oil and moisture.
Less surface irritation
The thermal reaction is designed to occur within the sebaceous gland area rather than the epidermis, reducing concerns about pain and surface damage.
Tightens enlarged pores
Clears sebum blocking the pores and uses heat stimulation to support elasticity around them, which may help refine bumpy texture and enlarged pores.
About the procedure
When breakouts keep returning to the same spot
When enlarged sebaceous glands produce excess sebum, pores clog more easily, so breakouts may keep returning to the same spots even after visible blemishes settle. 2DERMA Gold PTT delivers fine gold particles into the pores and sebaceous gland areas, then applies a laser that reacts with the gold so the resulting heat selectively targets the glands and acne bacteria.
Because the thermal reaction is designed to occur in the sebaceous gland area rather than on the epidermis, the procedure aims to reduce surface irritation and discomfort, and daily activities can usually be resumed right away. It may also help control excess sebum and firm the skin around pores stretched by oil, though the degree of change varies with skin condition.
Director
Cho Ha BinDoctor-led planning
A doctor assesses suitability before a procedure is chosen.
Your skin condition, facial anatomy, previous procedures, goals, and available downtime are reviewed together during an in-person consultation.
- Former Director, Toxnfill Clinic Gangnam Branch
- M.D., Inje University College of Medicine
Consultation languages한국어
The method, dosage, settings, and attending doctor may vary after consultation.
Meet the Gangnam team06 ↗Recommended for
Recommended for
- 01People whose acne keeps returning to the same spots despite ongoing care
- 02People who prefer not to take oral acne medication
- 03People concerned about the pain and heat of laser procedures
- 04People who need to return to daily activities right after the procedure
AFTERCARE
Aftercare essentials
A good result includes what happens after you leave the procedure room. Follow the instructions provided for your skin and treatment.
- 01
Avoid excessive drinking, saunas, and strenuous exercise for one week after the procedure.
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Bruising, swelling, or redness may appear immediately after the procedure
- 03
Apply moisturizer and sunscreen consistently.
- 04
Do not use peeling procedures or exfoliating products for one week.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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01Does 2DERMA Gold PTT hurt?+
Because the laser does not directly stimulate the epidermis and relies on a thermal reaction in the sebaceous gland area, discomfort tends to be relatively mild. Topical anesthesia can be applied when needed, and sensitivity varies from person to person.
02Can acne be managed without oral medication such as isotretinoin?+
2DERMA Gold PTT acts on the sebaceous glands to help regulate sebum without oral medication. Whether and how much acne recurs still depends on your skin condition and lifestyle, so your current breakout pattern is reviewed during consultation before a plan is set.
03Can I wash my face, wear makeup, or go to work right after?+
In most cases, face washing, makeup, and normal daily activities are possible on the same day. Bruising, swelling, or redness may appear right after the procedure, so keep applying moisturizer and sunscreen.