Understanding Acne and Our Acne Reset Treatments

Why Breakouts Keep Coming Back

Acne is not just “dirty pores.” It is a cycle that often includes oil congestion, inflammation, acne-causing bacteria, and slow or irregular skin turnover. When you try to “attack” it with harsh products or aggressive treatments, the skin barrier can get irritated, which can make breakouts feel louder and harder to control.

What Acne Reset Is Designed to Do

Acne Reset focuses on calming what is happening on the skin right now while also addressing the patterns that cause breakouts to return. That means reducing active inflammation, congestion, and visible breakouts, while supporting healthier skin turnover and balance over time. The goal is steady, comfortable improvement that protects the skin barrier and helps results last, not quick fixes that lead to rebound acne.

Who Acne Reset Is Best For

Acne Reset is designed for patients dealing with ongoing breakouts, whether acne began in the teen years or developed later in adulthood. It is often a good fit for skin that feels congested, oily, reactive, or prone to inflammation, especially after trying multiple products or treatments without consistent results. This approach is also well-suited for patients who want to reduce the risk of post-acne marks and texture changes, and who need a plan that can be adjusted around lifestyle, sensitivity, and downtime preferences.

Our Approach to Acne Care at Regionelle Med Spa

At Regionelle Med Spa, acne care is guided, conservative, and medically structured. Every plan is overseen with safety in mind and designed to evolve as the skin responds. We combine in-office treatments with supportive home care because long-term clarity depends on consistency, not intensity. This approach helps calm active breakouts while protecting the skin from unnecessary irritation or overtreatment.

Benefits of Our Acne Reset Treatments

Fewer Active Breakouts

Less Redness And Inflammation

Cleaner, Less Congested Pores

Reduced Risk Of Scarring

Our Acne Reset Treatment Options

Acne Reset is not a single device or peel. It is a guided treatment plan that may combine multiple approaches over time, based on your acne type, skin sensitivity, and what your skin can comfortably tolerate. This allows progress without irritating the skin.

Calm Active Breakouts And Inflammation

Treatment Planning:
We use light-based therapy, controlled exfoliation, and pore-clearing facials to reduce acne-causing bacteria, decrease inflammation, and clear congestion safely. Your provider will help choose the right intensity and sequence based on how reactive your skin is and how widespread breakouts are. Your provider may recommend one or a combination of the following treatments:

  • Forever Clear BBL
  • VI Peel® Purify With Precision Plus
  • ZO® Stimulator Peel
  • Deep pore cleansing and extraction-focused facials

How These Treatments Work:

  • Forever Clear BBL alternates blue, yellow, and infrared light to target acne-causing bacteria and calm inflammation, with a plan commonly built around a short series.

  • Chemical peels support clearer pores by accelerating turnover and lifting buildup, with downtime depending on peel type.

  • Facials and extractions clear impacted pores in a controlled, skin-safe way, helping reduce blackheads and congestion without unnecessary trauma.

Best For:

  • Inflamed breakouts and “angry” acne
  • Clogged pores, blackheads, and congestion
  • Oily, shiny skin that breaks out easily
  • Acne with visible redness
  • Patients who want non-surgical options
  • Those needing a guided, step-by-step plan

Results:

  • Noticeable improvement over a series
  • Often minimal downtime with light therapy
  • Peel downtime varies by formula
  • Maintenance helps prevent relapse

Improve Texture And Visible Acne Scarring

Treatment planning:
Once active acne is under control, we shift to collagen-supporting treatments that refine texture and reduce the appearance of scarring over time. This phase is typically staged and carefully chosen to avoid triggering new inflammation. Your provider may recommend one or a combination of the following treatments:

  • SkinPen® Microneedling
  • Lumenis RF Microneedling
  • Targeted resurfacing options when appropriate

How These Treatments Work:

  • Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries that trigger collagen renewal to help soften uneven texture.

  • RF microneedling combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to encourage deeper collagen and elastin support, and it can also help with concerns like enlarged pores and scars.

  • Laser resurfacing options may be considered for certain scar patterns and texture concerns, based on skin type and recovery preferences.

Best for:

  • Post-acne texture changes
  • Enlarged pores
  • Early scar changes and uneven surface
  • Patients who want gradual, natural improvement
  • Those who can commit to a series
  • Patients focused on long-term skin quality

Results:

  • Gradual texture improvement over weeks
  • Best results with a series
  • Downtime depends on treatment depth
  • Maintenance supports longer-term clarity

What Patients in Dallas-Fort Worth Are Saying

5-Star
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“I have used Regional Skin & Laser Center over the years since Shannon and the team there listens to my concerns and tailors services to my skincare needs. She is never pushy about sales or unneeded services, prioritizing my comfort and satisfaction. I highly recommend, and if unsure - go for a consult and discuss the options.”
- LB Herbert
“I came to Courtney with my face being super dry. She recommended some ZO Skin Health products to help me get my face back in shape. The product instantly put moisture back into my face and it smells good too. Thank u Courtney!!”
- Betty T.
“I have had an amazing experience with Courtney! Since October I’ve been dealing with breakouts. I have had only two deep cleaning facials with extractions and my face is almost clear. I would definitely recommend Regional Skin and Laser! My face is glowing thanks to Courtney.”
- Michelle R.

Pricing & Treatment Plans

Pricing varies based on your anatomy, goals, and the treatments included in your personalized plan. Visit our pricing page to explore general ranges or schedule a consultation for a customized recommendation.

Medically Supervised Care You Can Trust

Acne is one of the easiest concerns to overtreat. We keep your plan measured and skin-safe, with long-term results in mind.

  • Surgeon-led oversight and safety standards
  • Experienced clinical team (RN injector and licensed aesthetic providers)
  • Conservative treatment progression to avoid irritation
  • Education, accountability, and clear expectations at every step

Convenient Med Spa Locations in Dallas-Fort Worth

With locations in Richardson and Rockwall, expert acne treatment is easy to access across the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Both locations offer a calm, professional setting, convenient parking, and seamless coordination with the broader plastic surgery practice.

Richardson

3201 E. President George Bush Hwy
Suite 101
Richardson, TX 75082

Rockwall

1407 Ridge Road
Suite 101
Rockwall, TX 75087

Frequently Asked Questions

Most patients see progress in stages. Light-based acne treatments and pore-clearing facials can start calming active breakouts early, but consistent improvement typically comes from completing a planned series and staying consistent with home care.

No. Adult acne is common, and Acne Reset is designed to work for both teen and adult skin, with treatment intensity tailored to sensitivity and lifestyle.

Sometimes, but we usually prioritize calming active inflammation first. Once breakouts are controlled, collagen-stimulating treatments like microneedling and RF microneedling can be more effective and safer for texture.

Forever Clear BBL™ uses blue, yellow, and infrared light to target acne-causing bacteria and calm inflammation, typically as a short series for best results.

Some peels involve visible sloughing and peeling for several days, while others are lighter. Downtime depends on the peel selected and how your skin responds.

When done properly, extractions can reduce blackheads and congestion without unnecessary trauma. We use techniques designed to clear impacted pores while respecting the skin barrier.

IPL can be used to treat several concerns, including acne, and may be considered as part of a broader plan depending on your skin and goals.

Often, yes. Many routines include too many “actives” or irritating steps that keep the skin inflamed. We will help you simplify and choose medical-grade options that support clearer skin and a healthier barrier.

Break the Acne Cycle

When acne feels unpredictable, a measured approach can make progress feel more manageable. Acne Reset focuses on thoughtful treatment planning that works with your skin’s tolerance and long-term health.