Treatment guide · Toronto
Acne Shot
Fast relief for a single painful cyst.
An acne shot is a small injection of corticosteroid directly into a large, painful cyst to reduce inflammation quickly. It takes only minutes, and improvement is often noticed within 24–48 hours.
It is used as needed for severe individual breakouts, not as a routine treatment, and is not suited to minor acne. Overuse may risk skin thinning, discoloration or a lasting indentation. Please discuss whether it is appropriate with a licensed practitioner at a partner spa.
At a glance
- Duration
- A few minutes
- Sessions
- As needed for severe breakouts; not routine
- Downtime
- None
- Ideal for
- Large, painful cysts, such as before an important event
- Investment
- Set by partner spas — confirmed at your consultation.
Often considered for
Questions clients ask
- How quickly does it work?
- Improvement is often seen within 24–48 hours.
- Can I get one for every pimple?
- No. It is meant for large, painful cysts, not minor blemishes.
- Are there downsides?
- Overuse may risk skin thinning, discoloration or indentation, so a practitioner should decide when it is appropriate.
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Jenny is an independent consultant, not a medical practitioner. Treatment details are educational; your plan is confirmed with a licensed practitioner at a partner spa. Individual results vary.