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Acne Injections in Buckhead, Atlanta
Calm Painful Acne Cysts Fast
Acne injections are quick, targeted treatments for painful cysts and inflamed breakouts that do not typically respond well to topical products alone. At Skinship in Buckhead, Atlanta, a small amount of diluted corticosteroid is injected directly into the blemish to reduce redness, swelling, and tenderness while helping the area heal more quickly. Each treatment is carefully customized to the breakout and your skin to minimize the risk of unwanted side effects.
Timeline
Inflammation of the cyst will begin to decrease immediately after treatment and continue for up to 72 hours.
Pricing
$50
Acne Injection Before and After
What Acne Injections Can Treat
These targeted injections are designed for large, painful acne cysts and nodules that sit deeper within the skin. By delivering anti-inflammatory medication directly into the active blemish, treatment can reduce swelling, redness, pressure, and discomfort more quickly than waiting for the breakout to resolve on its own.
Acne injections are especially helpful before an important event or when a tender cyst is worsening despite your usual skincare routine. They are not intended to treat every type of acne or prevent future breakouts, so recurring or widespread acne may require a broader skin treatment plan.
Your Acne Injection Appointment at Skinship
Your appointment begins with a brief skin assessment to confirm that the breakout is appropriate for treatment. Your provider will evaluate the lesion, discuss your acne history, and determine the safest amount of medication based on its size, depth, and location.
A very small amount of diluted corticosteroid is then injected directly into the blemish using a fine needle. The procedure takes only a few minutes, and most patients can immediately return to their normal activities.
Acne Injection vs. Traditional Acne Treatment
Which Approach is Right for Your Skin?
An acne injection is a spot treatment intended to calm one or more active, inflamed cysts quickly. It does not replace a daily acne routine or address the underlying causes of recurring breakouts.
Topical skincare, chemical peels, prescription medications, and other acne treatments are better suited to preventing future blemishes and improving overall skin health. During your visit, your provider can help determine whether you need a one-time injection, a longer-term acne plan, or a combination of both.
Acne Injection Pricing in Atlanta
Acne injections are currently $50 per treatment. The number of areas treated will depend on the number, size, and location of the active blemishes present during your appointment.
Your provider will evaluate your skin before treatment and explain whether an injection is appropriate. If your breakouts are recurring or widespread, Skinship may recommend a more comprehensive plan to manage acne over time.
What to know before your appointment
Pre and Post Care Instructions
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Do not pick the breakout
Avoid squeezing, popping, or repeatedly touching the area before your visit, as this may increase inflammation and the risk of scarring.Pause irritating spot treatments
Avoid applying strong acids, retinoids, or harsh drying products directly over irritated or broken skin unless instructed otherwise.Come with clean skin
Arrive without makeup over the treatment area when possible.Share recent treatments
Tell your provider about recent peels, lasers, microneedling, prescription acne medications, or prior injections in the same area.Mention important events
Let your provider know if you are treating the breakout before a wedding, photoshoot, or another special occasion so expectations can be discussed. -
Hands off
Do not squeeze, massage, or place unnecessary pressure on the treated blemish.Keep the area clean
Use a gentle cleanser and avoid applying irritating products directly to the injection site until sensitivity resolves.Skip intense heat
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, and strenuous exercise for the remainder of the day if the area feels irritated.Use sun protection
Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily to help reduce the risk of lingering discoloration.Follow your acne routine carefully
Resume active skincare only as directed by your provider.What’s Normal
Mild redness, tenderness, or swelling may occur briefly at the injection site. The blemish should gradually feel flatter and less painful over the next several days.
When to Call
Contact Skinship if you notice worsening pain, spreading redness, drainage, signs of infection, significant skin discoloration, or a visible depression that concerns you. Intralesional corticosteroid injections can rarely cause localized skin thinning or color changes, which is why careful dosing and spacing between injections matter.
FAQs
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Most patients see inflammation subside immediately, with continued improvement over the next 72 hours—making it a go-to option before important events or for treating stubborn, deep breakouts that don’t respond to topicals.
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An acne injection—also known as a cortisone shot—is a quick, targeted treatment for cystic acne flare-ups and inflamed breakouts. At Skinship Atlanta, we inject a small amount of steroid medication directly into the blemish to reduce swelling, redness, and discomfort. This is one of the most effective quick acne relief options for deep, stubborn pimples.
Book your appointment today for fast, visible relief!
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Cortisone shots for acne are most effective for inflamed, swollen breakouts like cystic acne, nodules, or deep, painful pimples—the kinds that sit below the surface and take a long time to heal. Because these blemishes don’t usually respond well to topicals alone, a targeted cortisone injection can calm inflammation and speed up recovery.
*Not recommended for treating whiteheads, blackheads, or smaller surface-level acne.
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Acne injections are quick and cause minimal discomfort—most clients feel only a brief pinch.
While side effects like tenderness or atrophy are rare, we take every precaution to avoid them. At Skinship, we customize every acne injection as part of a personalized treatment plan, tailored to your skin type, breakout severity, and long-term goals. During your consultation, we’ll assess your skin closely to ensure safe, effective, and targeted care.
Not sure if acne injections are right for you? Let’s talk! Schedule a consult.
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Multiple or single breakouts of your face can be safely treated in a single visit. However, to ensure your safety and prevent potential side effects like skin thinning, we require waiting at least 4–6 weeks before injecting the same spot again.
At Skinship Atlanta, your skin health and confidence are our top priority. Our personalized approach ensures your treatment plan is safe, effective, and tailored to your skin’s needs.
What makes Skinship special?
At Skinship, we believe aesthetic treatments should enhance—not change—what makes you uniquely you. Our board-certified PAs and MDs combine advanced medical expertise and artistry to deliver natural, but impactful, results. Every treatment and product we offer is carefully selected based on proven clinical evidence, ensuring your care is rooted in safety, efficacy, and long-term skin health.
No two patients are alike and we never take a one-size-fits-all approach. We take the time to understand your goals, assess your unique anatomy and skin concerns, and create a customized treatment plan designed specifically for you. The result is personalized care that leaves you looking and feeling refreshed, confident, and like the best version of yourself.
Kayla Walker, PA-C & Danielle Harris - Founders
