SKIN CONDITION GUIDE
Adult Acne Treatment in Seoul
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Adult acne is often hormonal, appearing on the jaw and chin, and is worsened by stress, travel and products. A dermatologist-led plan combines prescription treatment, extraction, steroid injection for painful cysts and devices such as Potenza. Calming starts in 2–4 weeks.
Dr. Yang Jung-hwa, MD — board-certified dermatologist, Seoul National University
Signs and symptoms
- Breakouts on jaw, chin and neck
- Deep, painful cysts
What causes it
Hormones, stress, cosmetics, diet.
How Dr. Yang treats it
Treat the active acne now and prevent scarring.
Recommended treatments
Get a personal plan
Send photos and your dates in Seoul. A board-certified dermatologist reviews them and suggests a plan.
Frequently asked questions
Can a cyst be calmed before an event?
Yes, an injection usually flattens it within 24–48 hours.
November 2026
General information only, not a diagnosis. Treatment is decided at consultation with a board-certified dermatologist.
Board-certified
Diagnosis by an SNU-trained dermatologist, not a menu.
Measured
Mark-Vu imaging tracks your progress over time.
Combined
15 devices so the plan fits the cause.
Travel-ready
Plans built around your days in Seoul.
Let a dermatologist look at your skin
Send photos and your travel dates for a personal plan.