Clearer Skin, Calmer Confidence

Acne Care with a Medical Touch

From Breakouts to Balance

Merrion Acne Treatment Program in Oakville – A Gentle, Medical Approach to Clearer Skin

Acne can affect both skin health and confidence—whether you’re dealing with ongoing breakouts, lingering marks, or early textural changes.

The Merrion Acne Treatment Program at Merrion Medical Aesthetics is a structured, doctor-led series designed by Dr. Kate Healy to help:

Calm active congestion and breakouts
Fade red and brown marks left behind
Support smoother texture and early scar prevention

Across four carefully planned sessions, we combine laser resurfacing, targeted serums, and infrared phototherapy to guide the skin from reactive and inflamed toward clearer, calmer, and more resilient.

What Is the Merrion Acne Treatment Program?

This is a 4-session in-clinic treatment program specifically tailored to acne-prone skin.

Rather than a one-off procedure, it is designed as a progressive pathway that:

Gently resurfaces the skin
Delivers active serums through laser-created microchannels
Supports healing and recovery with infrared light

Each session builds on the last, with a clear focus: calm, brighten, repair, and refine.

How the Merrion Acne Treatment Program Works

Laser Resurfacing

Gentle laser treatment is used to:

Clear congestion and help keep pores more open
Refine texture and the look of enlarged pores
Gradually soften marks from past breakouts

The resurfacing is carefully controlled, aiming to support skin renewal without overwhelming sensitive, acne-prone skin.

Targeted Serum Delivery

During treatment, the laser creates tiny microchannels—invisible pathways that allow serums to reach deeper into the skin than with normal application.

These serums are specifically chosen to:

Calm inflammation
Strengthen the skin barrier
Support repair, renewal, and long-term resilience

Across the four sessions, Dr. Kate uses Resveratrol, Vitamin C, and Vitamin A at different stages to match what the skin needs as it settles and rebuilds.

Infrared Phototherapy

Each session concludes with Infrared Phototherapy, a relaxing light treatment that:

Supports gentle healing after laser resurfacing
Helps reduce inflammation and redness
Enhances the overall results of your treatment

Patients often describe this as the “soothing” stage of their visit.

Acne Program Treatment Areas

Active Congestion & Breakouts

By gently resurfacing the skin and supporting clearer pores, the program helps reduce ongoing congestion and supports calmer, more balanced skin over time.

Red & Brown Post-Acne Marks

Red and brown marks that remain after a breakout can linger long after the spot has healed. Vitamin C–based sessions in the program work to brighten and even skin tone, gradually softening the appearance of these marks.

Texture & Early Scar Prevention

Repeated breakouts can leave behind uneven texture and early textural change. Laser resurfacing and Vitamin A support skin renewal and smoothing, helping to reduce the risk of early scarring.

Skin Barrier Support & Resilience

Acne-prone skin is often over-treated. By integrating Resveratrol for anti-inflammatory, barrier-supportive care, the program also focuses on making the skin more robust and comfortable in the long term.

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The Merrion Acne Treatment Program is designed for gradual, meaningful improvement, not overnight change.

Before / After

Over the course of four sessions and with appropriate skincare, the aim is that your skin:

Appears calmer and less inflamed
Shows fewer visible marks from past breakouts
Feels smoother and more even in texture
Becomes more resilient and less reactive over time

Individual results vary, and ongoing homecare is an important part of maintaining progress.

Before

After

Treatment Summary

Treatment time

4 treatment sessions

Duration of results

Discomfort level

Mild; a warm or prickly sensation during treatment is common

Anaesthetic

Typically not required

Down time

Minimal; mild pinkness (a light sun-kissed glow) usually settles within hours

Skin types

Many acne-prone skin types, following assessment by Dr. Kate

Appointments

4

Starting cost

$2,600.00 CAD

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Merrion Medical Aesthetics Oakville Founder

Dr. Kate Healy

“With acne, we’re not just treating the breakout in front of us. We’re thinking about the marks it might leave behind and the health of the skin in the future. This program is designed to calm, repair, and protect—so results are not only visible, but also sustainable.”

Frequently Asked Questions

By Dr. Kate Healy, MD — Medical Director, Merrion Medical Aesthetics (Oakville).
Editorial transparency: content reflects Dr. Kate Healy’s medical practice and current aesthetics guidelines. For personalized advice, book a consult.

Is this program for active acne, scars, or both?

The program is designed to address both active congestion and the marks and early textural changes that acne leaves behind. If deeper, established scarring is present, Dr. Kate may recommend additional or complementary treatments.

When will I start to see results?

Many patients notice that their skin feels calmer and less inflamed within the first few sessions. Improvement in marks and texture tends to appear more gradually, over the full course of treatment and in the weeks that follow as the skin continues to renew.

Can I do this program if I’m on prescription acne medication?

Possibly, yes—but it depends on the specific medication and dose. It’s very important to let Dr. Kate know about all topical and oral treatments you’re using. She will advise on timing and suitability to ensure your skin is treated safely.

Is the treatment suitable for sensitive or easily irritated skin?

Often, yes. Because the program is customised at each session, the laser settings and choice of serums can be adjusted based on how your skin is responding. If your skin is very reactive, the plan may be further modified or alternative options suggested.

Will I need to change my skincare routine?

n most cases, some changes are recommended. Overly harsh or stripping products can undermine your results. You’ll receive guidance on a simple, supportive routine that works alongside your treatments to protect your skin barrier and maintain results.

Is this program only for teenagers?

No. Acne and congestion are common in adults as well. The Merrion Acne Treatment Program is suitable for both teens and adults, with adjustments made according to age, skin type, and overall health.

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