Acne treatment at home vs professional treatment - what's really best?

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This article has been reviewed and approved by certified skin therapist Magdalena on July 5, 2025

Most of us have stood in front of the mirror with a newly purchased face cream and thought that this time it will really work! This time it just has to work! But when the pimples reappear (usually just in time for an important meeting or a party), thoughts of professional treatments can pop up.

At Estetikcentrum in Malmö, we meet people every week who are tired of experimenting at home and instead want results that actually make a difference Here we go through what distinguishes a home treatment from a clinic, so that you can more easily find the best acne treatment for you.

Acne treatment at home

Taking care of your skin on your own is definitely a good start and something everyone should do - acne problem or not. Cleansing, exfoliating and moisturizing all have a very important role. However, many products you buy in stores have a lower concentration of active ingredients, precisely to suit a wide audience and reduce the risk of irritation or misuse.

This, in turn, means that they are often milder, have slower onset of action, are not tailored to your skin type and are difficult to combine correctly. Mixing different creams incorrectly can cause irritation or worse skin problems.

But do home treatments work? Yes, but it is important that you use professional products that give good results. Treatments at a clinic can be complementary, giving you that extra boost to rebuild and strengthen your skin. However, it is just as important to take care of your skin at home on a daily basis.

Professional treatments that really make a difference

When you come to us at Estetikcentrum , you will be helped by experienced skin therapists who analyze your skin and recommend the right treatment right away. We use professional products and peels that work in depth and our customers testify to fantastic results. With us, you can use our Mask Peel facial treatment, which is designed for acne and oily skin, or Mela Peel, which is suitable for acne and pigment spots.

Mask Peel - How it works

Mask Peel is an effective treatment designed for those with oily and acne-prone skin. It reduces inflammation and redness, while deeply cleansing and giving the skin a chance to recover. We usually recommend a course of four treatments spaced two weeks apart for best results. This includes a deep cleanse, a pre-peel, an active peel, and finishing products that nourish and repair.

Mela Peel 3 - For post-acne blemishes

This powerful peel reduces pigmentation spots on the face, which many people get after acne breakouts. It works deep into the skin and can cause visible flaking a few days after treatment. Flaking is a natural part of the process and when the old skin falls off, there is new and healthy skin underneath. Here too, we recommend the treatment as a cure where usually 1-3 treatments are suitable. This includes a cleansing of the face, customized peeling and finishing with soothing products.

What do we think?

Both professional and at-home treatments are good options when you want to get rid of pimples. So you don't have to choose one or the other. A good routine at home together with treatments with us at Estetikcentrum often gives the best results. You will get a skincare routine that is both fast, safe and sustainable in the long run. We recommend that you focus on daily skin care and protection at home, while using more targeted treatments with the help of our experts. This way, together you can create the best conditions for your skin. 

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