Answer:

Proper acne core extraction helps remove inflammatory cores, reduce swelling, and prevent acne from spreading. However, the idea that "thoroughly extracting cores prevents acne recurrence" is inaccurate.

Acne develops due to a combination of factors: overactive sebaceous glands, keratinocytes blocking pores, the growth of C.acnes bacteria, hormonal changes, and lifestyle habits. If only acne cores are treated without addressing these underlying causes, acne can return, even with increased severity.

Dr. Van consults with a woman. Illustration: Tam Anh General Hospital.

Aggressively attempting to extract acne can damage the skin, leading to inflammation or persistent pitted scars and dark spots. Therefore, trained professionals should perform acne core extraction, adhering to sterile procedures and choosing an appropriate time, typically when the acne core is dry and the surrounding skin is not heavily inflamed.

After extraction, the treated skin is often sensitive and prone to re-inflammation if not cared for properly. Patients should gently cleanse, use prescribed treatment and skin recovery products, avoid touching their face, apply sunscreen daily, and limit exposure to intense sunlight and dust.

Effective acne treatment requires a combination of methods. In addition to topical and oral medications that reduce inflammation and control oil, modern technologies like laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) can be incorporated. These methods help eliminate C.acnes bacteria, reduce inflammation, dry out acne cores, and improve scars, reduce redness, and post-acne dark spots. You should visit a hospital to consult with Dermatology - Aesthetic Dermatology doctors. They can examine your skin, determine the type of acne, the level of inflammation, and your overall skin condition to create the most suitable and safe treatment plan.

Dr. CKI Quach Thi Bich Van

Dermatology - Aesthetic Dermatology Specialist

Tam Anh General Hospital TP HCM