Teen / Acne Facials

Acne can be frustrating at any age, but for teens, it’s often more than a cosmetic concern — it’s a confidence challenge. Hormonal changes, stress from school or sports, and environmental factors can all contribute to breakouts. Over-the-counter products may help temporarily but often fail to address the root causes, leading to repeated flare-ups, irritation, and even scarring.

At Aledo Empowered Wellness, we specialize in teen acne facials that combine professional skincare expertise with a medically guided, personalized approach. Every treatment plan is custom-designed to help teens and young adults achieve clearer, healthier skin in a way that supports long-term skin health.

What Is a Teen Acne Facial?

An acne facial is a targeted skincare treatment designed to address active breakouts, prevent future blemishes, and improve overall skin clarity. It focuses on deep cleansing, calming inflammation, and supporting the skin’s natural healing process. This facial is especially beneficial for patients experiencing acne flare-ups due to hormonal changes, medication adjustments, or ongoing skin conditions.

What Does a Teen Acne Facial Include?

This 45-minute acne facial combines a series of customized steps to clear pores, reduce redness, and help minimize the risk of long-term scarring:

• Gentle Exfoliation: Sloughs away dead skin cells to reveal a fresher, smoother surface.
• Steam: Softens and opens pores, allowing for more effective cleansing.
• Extraction: Safely removes blackheads, whiteheads, and excess buildup without damaging the skin.
• Pore Purifying Mask: Calms inflammation, absorbs excess oil, and promotes a more even skin tone.

These customized steps help to rid pores of excess sebum, quiet inflammation and redness, and reduce long-term acne scarring.

The Benefits of a Teen Acne Facial

At Aledo Empowered Wellness, our acne facials combine professional-grade techniques with a medically mindful approach to help you achieve clearer, healthier skin. We address the underlying factors that contribute to acne (such as excess oil production, clogged pores, and inflammation) while supporting the skin’s natural healing process. Each treatment is customized to your skin type, breakout patterns, and personal skincare goals.

Some of the key benefits of regular acne facials with us include:

• Deep cleansing that removes impurities and reduces pore congestion
• Gentle exfoliation to smooth skin texture and promote healthy cell turnover
• Calming of redness and inflammation for a more even skin tone
• Safe, precise extractions to minimize the risk of scarring
• Pore size refinement for a smoother complexion
• Support for hormonally influenced acne, including during HRT or medication changes
• Reduced frequency and severity of breakouts over time
• Guidance on at-home skincare routines for lasting results
• A fresher, more confident appearance without harsh or damaging treatments

Our goal is to create long-term improvement in both your skin’s health and your self-confidence, giving you a treatment plan that works in harmony with your lifestyle and unique needs.

Who May Benefit From An Acne Facial?

This quick but effective facial is PERFECT for HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) patients and all of our teen & young adults struggling with active acne. This facial is excellent for patients changing medication regimens and experiencing occasional acne flares, as well as for those dealing with chronic acne issues.

How Often Should Teens Get an Acne Facial?

For most patients, acne facials are recommended every two to four weeks, depending on your skin type, the severity of your breakouts, and your overall skincare goals. This frequency allows your aesthetician to address new blemishes as they form, prevent clogged pores before they worsen, and continuously calm inflammation.

Regular treatments create a cumulative effect. Each session builds on the progress of the last, leading to clearer, healthier skin over time. Patients with frequent or severe acne may benefit from a more intensive schedule initially, gradually transitioning to a maintenance plan once breakouts are under control. We will help you determine the schedule that best supports your skin’s long-term health and confidence.

Teen Acne vs. Adult Acne: What Is the Difference?

While both teens and adults can struggle with acne, the underlying causes and best treatment approaches often differ.

• Teen acne is primarily driven by hormonal surges during puberty, which increase oil (sebum) production. This excess oil, combined with naturally faster skin cell turnover in younger skin, can lead to clogged pores and frequent breakouts, especially on the forehead, nose, and chin. Sweat from sports, makeup, and inconsistent skincare routines can make the problem worse.
• Adult acne, on the other hand, is more often linked to stress, hormonal fluctuations from menstrual cycles or menopause, and slower skin cell turnover. Adult breakouts may be deeper, occur around the jawline, and take longer to heal.

At Aledo Empowered Wellness, our acne facials are customized to address these differences. For teens, we focus on balancing oil production, keeping pores clear, and calming inflammation without over-drying. For adults, we may emphasize skin renewal, hydration, and treating post-inflammatory marks. This age-specific approach ensures every patient, teen or adult, gets a plan that works for their unique skin needs.