Do I need to come back after treatment?

Yes. Visit the clinic within 3 days after the procedure for extraction.

What if scabs or inflammation appear?

Inflammation and scabs occasionally appear on treated spots and shed naturally. Do not touch or pick them.

Can I wear makeup afterward?

Yes. You can wash your face and wear makeup right after treatment, but avoid scrubs and peels for about a week.

How long does treatment take, and what is the recovery time?

Treatment typically takes 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the area and the number of spots, not including numbing time. You can return to daily activities right after treatment.

Potenza Acne uses single-use needle tips. Because the insulated microneedles enter the skin, the tips cannot be reused for hygiene reasons, so each patient buys their own tip before treatment.

How is it different from PDT?

PDT applies a photosensitizer called 5-ALA and then exposes the skin to light to suppress sebaceous gland activity, so it can treat a wide area across the whole face. Potenza Acne inserts insulated needles into each pore one by one to destroy targeted sebaceous glands, which allows localized treatment. At Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, we assess your current skin concerns and condition in a personalized consultation and help you choose the treatment that suits you.

Potenza Acne

Radiofrequency microneedling for acne and sebaceous glands

Potenza Acne at a glance

Price: From ₩10,000 · 6 options See all prices
Technology: RF microneedling with insulated needles
Maker: Jeisys Medical, South Korea
U.S. FDA: 510(k) clearance K192545
Treatment time: 10 to 15 minutes, plus numbing
Course: 3 or more sessions, 1 month apart
Follow-up: Clinic visit within 3 days for extraction

Visiting Seoul for a short stay

Plan a return visit within 3 days for extraction, and 3 or more sessions a month apart overall. Washing and makeup are fine right away; avoid heavy drinking, smoking, saunas, hot baths and hard exercise for 3 to 7 days.

Your visit at Beauty Z

ConsultationA doctor assesses your skin and agrees the plan with you.
CleansingYou wash off makeup and sunscreen at the clinic.
Numbing creamNumbing cream is applied to the treatment area.
TreatmentAfter numbing, the doctor places insulated microneedles into each acne spot and releases radiofrequency heat at the depth of the oil glands.
Aftercare adviceYou receive aftercare instructions before you leave.

Spot and area plans

Single spot
One area, up to 25 spots
Full face, up to 50 spots
3-session courses for one area or the full face

Other Potenza programs

Potenza for pores Potenza for redness Potenza for pigmentation Potenza Pumping Tip Acne Treatment

Common questions

Do I need to come back after treatment?: Yes. Visit the clinic within 3 days after the procedure for extraction.
What if scabs or inflammation appear?: Inflammation and scabs occasionally appear on treated spots and shed naturally. Do not touch or pick them.
Can I wear makeup afterward?: Yes. You can wash your face and wear makeup right after treatment, but avoid scrubs and peels for about a week.

Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, model visual

Sources: U.S. FDA 510(k) K192545 (Potenza, Jeisys Medical) · Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong treatment notes and price list. Results differ from person to person; your doctor will advise at consultation.

Potenza AcneTreatment overview

Potenza Acne inserts specially coated, insulated microneedles into the affected area, where they deliver radiofrequency energy to heat the sebaceous glands, which play a key role in acne.
Because heat reaches only the depth of the sebaceous glands, it destroys them without damaging the normal epidermis. This helps suppress acne formation.
Potenza AcneRecommended for
- point 01.
  Acne that keeps coming back due to excess sebum
- point 02.
  Anyone who wants care for the oil glands involved in acne
- point 03.
  Recurrent or hard-to-treat acne
Potenza AcneResults and frequency
- 01.
  Results may vary with sebum production and skin condition. We recommend 3 or more sessions at one-month intervals.
Potenza AcneQ&A
- Q.
  How long does treatment take, and what is the recovery time?
- Treatment typically takes 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the area and the number of spots, not including numbing time. You can return to daily activities right after treatment.
- Q.
  What is the tip fee?
- Potenza Acne uses single-use needle tips. Because the insulated microneedles enter the skin, the tips cannot be reused for hygiene reasons, so each patient buys their own tip before treatment.
- Q.
  How is it different from PDT?
- PDT applies a photosensitizer called 5-ALA and then exposes the skin to light to suppress sebaceous gland activity, so it can treat a wide area across the whole face. Potenza Acne inserts insulated needles into each pore one by one to destroy targeted sebaceous glands, which allows localized treatment. At Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, we assess your current skin concerns and condition in a personalized consultation and help you choose the treatment that suits you.
Potenza AcneAftercare
- -You can cleanse and wear makeup right after treatment, but avoid scrubs for about a week, and avoid peeling treatments.
- -For 3 to 7 days after treatment, avoid heavy drinking, smoking, saunas or jjimjilbang (Korean bathhouses), hot baths, and strenuous exercise to prevent inflammation.
- -Mild redness and a burning sensation may occur. These subside quickly.
- -Dryness may occur after treatment, so use moisturizer often and apply sunscreen when you go outside.
- -Inflammation and scabs may occasionally appear on the treated area. They will shed on their own, so do not touch or pick at them.
- -You must visit the clinic within 3 days after treatment for extraction.