Many people who keep getting acne despite ointments and oral medication start looking into laser treatment. Acne has more than one cause, and the treatment approach differs depending on which cause you target. In this article, we introduce a combination of the NeoBeam laser and PlaDuo that addresses two key drivers of acne together: sebum and bacteria.
The Four Factors Behind Acne
Medically, several factors are known to be involved in the development of acne. The most commonly cited are excess sebum production, the growth of acne bacteria, hyperkeratosis (thickening of the follicle opening), and inflammation. Whatever the treatment, whether ointments, oral medication, or lasers, its character ultimately comes down to which of these factors it suppresses.
An Option for Those Wary of Medication
Oral medications such as sebum regulators and antibiotics, along with topical ointments, are proven treatments, but quite a few people hesitate because of the length of the regimen or concerns about skin irritation. If dedicated skincare products and lifestyle management alone have not brought clear improvement, laser treatment that targets the causes while lowering reliance on medication is worth considering.
NeoBeam and PlaDuo, Two Lasers with Different Roles
The NeoBeam laser is a device focused on targeting the sebaceous glands to reduce sebum production. It combines T mode, which covers the whole face, with A mode, which concentrates energy on individual lesions, depending on the situation. On top of that, PlaDuo's argon plasma adds disinfection and regeneration. In this setup, two different devices divide the two core tasks of acne treatment: sebum reduction and disinfection. Relatively low pain during the procedure is another reason people choose this combination, and the degree of response varies from person to person.
The Process: From Consultation to Soothing Care
At Skinique Clinic, before any treatment is decided, the director who will actually operate the laser consults with you in person. It is our principle that a physician, not a sales consultant, examines your skin and determines the treatment plan.
Once treatment is decided, targeted extractions are performed first if needed, followed by the NeoBeam laser step. T mode is applied evenly across the whole face, then A mode concentrates energy on prominent lesions.
In the following PlaDuo step, argon plasma disinfects the entire face and supports regeneration. Areas with clustered breakouts are finished with an additional round of spot care.
After both lasers, a soothing mask calms the skin and the session ends. Acne treatment usually proceeds over multiple sessions while monitoring progress, and the composition may be adjusted based on how your skin responds at each session.
Wrapping Up
The key to acne treatment is how precisely it addresses the underlying causes: sebum and bacteria. The NeoBeam and PlaDuo combination tackles these two drivers in different ways, and it can be an alternative for those who find oral medication burdensome. For detailed pricing, see Treatment Prices, and if you are curious which treatment plan fits your skin, feel free to ask via chat to discuss your acne treatment options.
This article was written by Dr. Park Tae-hyung, Chief Director of Skinique Clinic and an academic director of the Korean Society for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology. First published July 5, 2021 · Last reviewed August 24, 2026
This article provides general medical information. Skin conditions and responses to treatment vary from person to person. Please decide whether and how to proceed with treatment through an in-person medical consultation.