Clinical acne correction requires directional follicle unroofing, ozone ionization, and dual-wave LED phototherapy.
We operate a disciplined, multi-stage protocol for comedonal and inflammatory acne in Uptown Charlotte. No aggressive fingernail squeezing; only sterile lancet relief, high-frequency microbial sterilization, and cellular light repair.
Per session (60 minutes). Comprehensive clinical acne correction spans 175 USD for targeted face clearing up to 285 USD when extending coverage to neck, jawline, and high-density chest/back zones. Standalone facial extractions are available between 169 and 300 USD.
Clinical acne modalities and biological targets
Acne is a disease of the pilosebaceous unit. Our multi-stage intervention directly interrupts the four biological drivers: hyperkeratinization, sebum pooling, bacterial colonization, and follicular rupture.
| Modality Stage | Hardware & Instrument | Target Pathogen / Tissue | Clinical Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Desincrustation | Galvanic negative polarity & alkaline solution | Solidified sebum plugs & microcomedones | Saponifies hard fatty acids into water-soluble soap for easy clearing |
| Stage 2: Follicular Clearing | Sterile 30G lancet & directional pressure | Retention hyperkeratosis & closed comedones | Vents impacted follicles without lateral tissue tearing or scarring |
| Stage 3: High-Frequency | Argon gas high-frequency glass electrode | Cutibacterium acnes (anaerobic bacteria) | Releases transient ozone (O3) to sterilize deep follicular oxygen-free zones |
| Stage 4: Calibrated LED | Dual-wavelength canopy (415nm & 830nm) | Porphyrins & microvascular erythema | Destroys porphyrin molecules via singlet oxygen; shuts down inflammatory redness |
Cutibacterium acnes thrives solely in oxygen-depleted follicles choked by sebum. Passing a violet argon high-frequency electrode over open pores creates localized electrical spark discharges that transform atmospheric O2 into bio-cleansing ozone. This terminates bacterial replication without developing antibiotic resistance.
Blue light (415nm) excites endogenous coproporphyrin III produced by acne bacteria, inducing internal photo-destruction. Simultaneously, near-infrared light (830nm) penetrates 8mm into dermal fibroblasts, accelerating adenosine triphosphate (ATP) cellular synthesis to reduce post-extraction swelling.
Clinical practitioner experience in Charlotte
Treating active acne requires restrained medical technique. Mismanaged extractions drive infection deeper and leave lifelong pitted atrophic scars.
Casey Finch holds active licensing from the North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners and verified clinical membership in Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP). Practicing at 130 North Tryon Street, Casey has overseen more than 2,000 acne clearing cycles across stubborn adolescent and adult hormonal presentations.
We never press perpendicularly against closed skin. A sterile 30-gauge medical lancet enters the follicle opening strictly parallel to the natural hair canal. This tiny microscopic venting relief allows the keratinized plug to exit with minimal pressure, eliminating dermal tearing.
"Aggressive scrubbing and fingernail squeezing ruptures the follicle wall beneath the surface, spreading bacteria into healthy surrounding tissue. We open the pore channel surgically with a sterile lancet and let the impacted keratin roll out under calibrated lateral pressure."Casey Finch, LE/LI • SkinLuxes Charlotte NC
The 60-minute acne clearing treatment sequence
A methodical multi-step protocol designed to soften plugs, extract impacted debris, sterilize the follicular field, and resolve inflammation.
We begin with a gentle 2% salicylic acid wash, followed by galvanic current desincrustation. This alkaline charge softens hardened keratinous sebum plugs, liquefying stubborn blackhead roots so they release without mechanical force.
Casey systematically works through the forehead, nose, cheeks, chin, and jawline under 5500K dermatological exam lighting. Using individual sterile lancets and cotton-wrapped fingers, closed comedones and microcysts are cleared cleanly.
A sterile high-frequency glass mushroom wand is passed across the freshly cleared skin. The violet electrical discharge releases nascent ozone directly into open follicles, sterilizing residual bacteria and promoting immediate cellular clotting.
The client rests beneath our clinical LED light canopy with protective blackout eye goggles. 18 minutes of simultaneous blue and near-infrared light eliminates lingering porphyrins and subdues erythema. We finish with a cooling sulfur-clay spot mask and non-comedogenic physical zinc sunblock.
Contraindications, expectations, and honest boundaries
Understanding who this treatment supports and when alternative medical intervention is required.
Exceptional for open comedones (blackheads), closed comedones (whiteheads), superficial papules, small pustules, and clogged textural congestion across the T-zone, cheeks, and jawline.
Grade 4 severe cystic nodular acne with interconnected draining sinus tracts requires systemic oral medications prescribed by a dermatologist. Individuals with cardiac pacemakers cannot receive high-frequency current. Current oral Accutane users must wait 6 months post-course.
Mild pinkness and slight pinpoint scabbing around deeply extracted pores is normal for 24 to 48 hours. Skin will not peel in large sheets. Active purging may occur 3 to 5 days post-session as deep microcomedones are accelerated to the surface.
Request Clinical Intake
Submit your information for clinical review. Casey Finch LE/LI evaluates your current breakout history and active topicals before confirming your appointment at 130 North Tryon Street.
Complementary acne modalities
Advanced clinical pathways to prevent future acne scarring and eradicate persistent Cutibacterium acnes colonization.
Aerolase Neo 1064nm Laser
650-microsecond laser pulses targeting inflamed sebaceous glands and microvascular redness without skin contact.
Corrective Skin Programs
Monthly customized maintenance memberships alternating between extraction, chemical peels, and barrier repair.
PCA Skin Chemical Resurfacing
Hydroquinone-free modified Jessner solutions specifically blended to clear follicular impaction and post-acne marks.