Hello, the doctor understands that when starting an acne treatment program, the first concern for most people is the cost of acne treatment. However, pricing cannot be fixed for everyone because it depends on the skin condition, acne type, and the treatment protocol prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will explain everything clearly so that you can better understand the options and make an informed decision.
How Much Does Acne Treatment Cost?
The doctor’s answer is as follows: the cost of acne treatment ranges from several hundred thousand to several million Vietnamese dong per session, depending on the treatment method and the severity of the acne condition. There is no single fixed price because the doctor must evaluate:
- The type of acne: blackheads, whiteheads, inflammatory acne, nodular acne, cystic acne, etc.
- The extent of skin damage and the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring.
- The number of treatment sessions required and the level of technology involved.
For example, a person who only requires professional acne extraction will generally incur lower costs than someone who needs a combination of IPL, Laser Gold, or microneedling for skin regeneration. Most importantly, treating the underlying cause of acne is far more important than pursuing the lowest price, which may result in further skin damage.
Latest Acne Treatment Price List 2025
The doctor will provide a general reference price list to give you a broader overview. (Please note that actual costs may vary depending on individual skin conditions and the treatment plan recommended by the doctor.)
| SKIN CARE |
| Basic | 500,000 / session |
| Advanced | 1,000,000 / session |
| Acne Treatment | 1,000,000 / session |
| Skin Peel | 2,000,000 / session |
| Facial Brightening Mask | 500,000 / session |
| Neck Brightening Mask | 500,000 / session |
| ACNE TREATMENT |
| PACKAGE 1 (1 week) | 2,000,000 |
| PACKAGE 2 (8 weeks) | 10,000,000 |
| PACKAGE 3 (16 weeks) | 20,000,000 |
| MOLE AND MILIA TREATMENT |
| Per lesion (depending on size) | 100,000 – 1,000,000 |
| Full-face package | 5,000,000 |
| Full-neck package | 5,000,000 |
At Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital, treatment costs are always determined after a thorough consultation and examination by a doctor, followed by a personalized treatment plan to ensure optimal results, transparent pricing, and suitability for each patient’s actual skin condition.
Factors Affecting the Cost of Acne Treatment
The cost of acne treatment depends on many medical factors that are difficult to determine accurately without a direct examination. The doctor has summarized the most important factors below:
- Severity of the acne condition: Blackheads and whiteheads are generally less expensive to treat than inflammatory acne, cystic acne, or nodular acne because the latter require more treatment sessions and combination therapies.
- Recommended treatment method: Treatments involving IPL, Skin Get, Laser Gold, or CO₂ Laser each have different pricing structures.
- Skin response to treatment: Some individuals respond well and require only 3–4 sessions, while others may need a more prolonged treatment course.
- Individual skin characteristics and skincare history: Skin that has undergone improper acne extraction or already has significant pigmentation and scarring often requires simultaneous corrective treatments.
- Physician expertise and technology used: Safe acne treatment should be performed by highly trained dermatology professionals to minimize complications such as hyperpigmentation, atrophic scarring, and chronic inflammation.
In general, treatment costs depend on each individual’s personalized acne treatment protocol; therefore, a single pricing structure cannot be applied to everyone.
Should You Choose Low-Cost Acne Treatment?
The doctor always advises caution. There is nothing wrong with affordable acne treatment, but unusually low prices often carry hidden risks. Common risks include:
- Improper acne extraction techniques that can worsen inflammation.
- Incorrect use of technology, resulting in skin irritation, hyperpigmentation, or atrophic scarring.
- Non-sterile equipment that may lead to skin infections.
- Use of products with unknown origins that can erode the skin, thin the skin barrier, and cause corticosteroid dependence.
Particularly for inflammatory acne, cystic acne, and nodular acne, improper treatment from the beginning can result in chronic inflammation that requires significantly more time and expense to correct.
Therefore, rather than choosing the cheapest option, you should prioritize facilities where dermatologists perform direct examinations, treatment protocols are clearly defined, and technologies meet medical standards to ensure long-term safety and effectiveness.
If you are struggling with persistent acne or have undergone treatment at multiple facilities without success, you may visit Gangwhoo Cosmetic Hospital for a dermatological evaluation, a personalized treatment plan, and the selection of appropriate technologies such as IPL Skin Get, Laser Gold, or CO₂ Laser. Proper treatment from the outset can significantly shorten recovery time and reduce overall treatment costs. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}