Acne Treatment Montreal — Active & Post-Acne | IPLLAB

Medispa • Montreal & Laval

Acne Treatment Montreal • Active & Post-Acne

Clearer. Calmer. Smoother. — Real solutions for breakout-prone skin.

Looking for effective acne treatment in Montreal or Laval? IPLLAB Medispa is an acne treatment clinic offering a complex approach for active acne, acne scars, back acne, and congested, breakout-prone skin using IPL/BBL light and laser acne treatment, deep-cleansing acne facials, chemical peels, and medical-grade skincare. Whether you are dealing with inflamed breakouts, blackheads, or the texture and marks acne leaves behind, our personalized treatment plans help calm the skin and restore a smoother, clearer complexion.

  • Montréal Plateau + Laval
  • Medical-grade IPL/BBL & laser
  • Protocols for teens & adults
  • Face, back & chest
  • Free consultation + AI Skin Analysis
  • Service EN / FR

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In short

Effective acne treatment addresses the causes of breakouts — excess oil, clogged pores, inflammation and acne-causing bacteria — not just the visible pimple. At IPLLAB we build your plan from IPL/BBL light therapy, deep-cleansing acne facials, chemical peels and medical-grade home care to bring active acne under control. Once breakouts are calm, we move to microneedling or carbon peel with PICO laser to smooth scars and refine texture. Plan on a series of sessions spaced a few weeks apart, plus maintenance — available at both our Montréal (Plateau) and Laval locations.

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Active Acne Montreal — Treatment for Breakout-Prone Skin

Professional acne treatment works by targeting the causes of breakouts — excess oil, clogged pores, inflammation, and acne-causing bacteria — rather than just the visible pimples. At IPLLAB Medispa in Montreal and Laval, our acne solutions combine IPL/BBL light-based acne care, deep-cleansing facials, and chemical peels with a customized home-care routine to calm active acne, reduce new breakouts, and improve skin texture. Our treatments are designed for teens and adults dealing with persistent acne on the face, back, or chest who want clearer, healthier-looking skin. Active acne Montreal and Laval clients usually start with a free consultation; our AI Skin Analysis is free with 6- and 10-session packages.

Active acne Montreal & Laval

Active acne Montreal & Laval

Active acne appears as inflamed pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and congestion caused by excess oil, clogged pores, and bacteria. At IPLLAB, our active acne treatments in Montreal and Laval combine IPL/BBL light therapy, deep-cleansing acne facials, and targeted peels to calm inflammation and reduce the frequency of new breakouts. This approach helps manage moderate acne on the face and body without harsh downtime.

Post-acne scars & texture

Post-acne scars & texture

After breakouts heal, acne can leave rolling scars, uneven texture, and enlarged pores. Our acne scars treatment uses a complex approach that may include microneedling, carbon peel with PICO laser, and skin-renewing care for acne scar removal — smoothing rolling scars and refining skin texture. This treatment is ideal for clients whose acne is under control but who want to repair the marks and texture it left behind.

Back acne treatment

Back acne treatment

Back acne (bacne) is common and often stubborn because the skin on the back is thicker and harder to treat at home. At IPLLAB, our back acne treatment in Montreal and Laval combines back dermabrasion, chemical peels for back acne, and light-based care to unclog pores, calm inflammation, and smooth the skin. It is a popular option before summer, weddings, and special events.

Treatment Options

How We Treat Acne

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IPL / BBL light therapy

BBL acne treatment is our light-based acne laser treatment in Montreal and Laval: broadband light targets acne-causing bacteria and the inflammation behind red, angry breakouts. Comfortable, no needles, and it treats a whole area at once — useful for cheeks, jawline, back and chest.

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Deep-cleansing acne facial

Deep-pore cleansing and safe professional extractions clear blackheads, whiteheads and closed comedones without the scarring risk of picking at home. Often the first phase of a plan. See all options on our facial treatments page.

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Chemical peels

Exfoliating acids loosen the plugs inside pores, reduce oil and speed up skin turnover. Strength is matched to your skin type and how reactive your acne is, then built up gradually.

Acne scars treatment with microneedling

Once acne is calm, controlled micro-channels trigger collagen to fill rolling scars and refine enlarged pores over a series of sessions. Best for indented, uneven post-acne texture.

Carbon peel & PICO laser

A carbon mask draws out congestion, then laser energy passes over the skin to reduce oiliness and surface dullness. A popular pre-event option with minimal downtime. Deeper scarring may call for CO2 resurfacing.

Which treatment matches your acne?

Red, painful, inflamed breakouts
Inflammatory papules and pustules respond best to calming the bacterial and inflammatory side first: IPL/BBL light therapy combined with gentle, non-stripping facials and a low-irritation home routine. Aggressive scrubbing or strong peels too early usually makes inflamed acne worse, so strength is increased only once the skin settles.
Blackheads, closed comedones & large pores
Congestion-driven acne is mechanical — pores are plugged rather than badly inflamed. The priority is a deep-cleansing facial with professional extractions, followed by regular chemical peels to keep turnover high. Carbon peel is a good maintenance option for oily, congested T-zones.
Indented scars & uneven texture
Texture is a collagen problem, so it needs remodelling rather than cleansing: microneedling, or CO2 resurfacing for deeper scarring. This phase starts only once active breakouts are controlled — treating skin that is still breaking out risks new inflammation in the treated area.
Flat pink or brown marks left after a breakout
These are post-inflammatory marks, not scars, and they are treated as pigmentation rather than texture. A dedicated protocol plus daily sun protection is what fades them — details on our hyperpigmentation & melasma page. Without sunscreen they darken again after every session.
Breakouts on the back, shoulders or chest
Body acne needs a stronger mechanical approach than the face: back dermabrasion to lift built-up dead skin, then a chemical peel for back acne to clear the pores underneath. Most clients start a few sessions ahead of summer or an event to allow the skin to settle.

Step By Step

Your Acne Treatment Journey

From first consultation to long-term maintenance

1

Consultation & AI Skin Analysis

We look at what kind of acne you actually have — inflammatory, congestion-based, hormonal in pattern, or a mix — along with your skin type, current products and anything you are already taking for it. You leave with a treatment sequence and a realistic timeline instead of a single guessed-at session.

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Calm and decongest

The first phase lowers the inflammation and empties the pores: a deep-cleansing acne facial with professional extractions, plus a peel strength your skin can tolerate. This is also where we stop the habits that create scars — picking, over-scrubbing, and stacking too many active products at home.

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Light-based control

IPL/BBL sessions run across the treated area to target acne-causing bacteria and calm the redness that surrounds each breakout. Because skin renews on a multi-week cycle, this is delivered as a series rather than a one-off — improvement typically builds session over session.

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Your home-care protocol

What you use between visits decides whether the results hold. We set a short, medical-grade routine — non-comedogenic cleanser, the right active for your acne type, and daily sun protection — and adjust it as your skin changes. Fewer, better-chosen products beat a ten-step shelf.

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Repair scars, texture & marks

Once breakouts are under control we switch objectives. Microneedling or carbon peel with PICO laser rebuilds collagen to smooth rolling scars and tighten enlarged pores, while flat pink or brown marks are handled with a pigmentation protocol. Treating texture too early simply re-inflames skin that is still active.

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Maintenance & seasonal review

Acne is a recurring condition, not a one-time repair — hormones, seasons and stress all move it. A maintenance cadence plus a periodic review of your routine keeps clear skin stable, and catches a flare early instead of after it has left marks.

Clearing acne is a protocol, not an appointment. In-clinic sessions calm the skin — the routine you follow between visits is what keeps it calm.IPLLAB clinical team · Montréal & Laval

Whiteheads infographic showing a closed pore with trapped oil and dead skin cells, common causes and treatment steps

  • J'ai eu la chance d'avoir le soin peeling AFA pour la peau post-acnique. J'ai bien aimé l'expérience avec Véronika et ses bons conseils. J'ai eu déja plusieurs traitments et au visage également. Merci à Véronika pour ses conseils produits également!

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    Olga
    12/22/2019
  • Une très belle expérience, super service je suis très satisfaite et je le recommande �de très bons soins à prix accessible Merci infiniment Bouchra�

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    Imen Chergui
    7/28/2017
  • Absolutely amazing place with super professional staff! I had a consultation with the esthetician Lena, and she explained everything about my treatment plan so clearly. The prices are surprisingly great too—I couldn’t be happier with my experience!

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    George Barburasa
    8/02/2025
  • I went for a IPL session and I received the best service possible treatment at the Laval Clinic. The technician I believe her name was Sonia, was genuinely kind and she performed multiple passages and ended with a rejuvenating mask. Best treatment event and competitive prices. I recommend!!

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    Alexandra Picard
    1/08/2025
  • I got my EMS zero from Anna, it’s professional service. She is very polite, sweet ,knows how to do her job 100% Everything went great. I really like going there( Laval spot) and doing different procedures for my face and body, I highly recommend it!

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    Olha Bahno
    5/19/2025
  • Love that place. It was referred through a friend who had an amazing experience. Their prices are fair, they are super quick to reply with any questions or booking, the treatments are good and the results are there. The staff is sweet and professional. Thanks for everything !

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    madeleine rivet
    3/18/2021
  • Good price, excellent services.
    I was scare of the pain of the laser, so I was waiting then my friend tell me about this place, I was so stress then I had my first appointments. I did not feel anything!!! Thx you IPL ❤️

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    Alexya Snow
    11/19/2020
  • I am so sorry 😥 I rated the wrong location it was a misunderstanding because of the they have the same name so sorry 😞 for the misunderstanding.

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    Jawahir Rezayi
    2/18/2023
  • 5 starts! Excellent service and very good results. My husband loved my face skin after the treatment that I took. Bouchra... I miss your face massages hehe. Of course I will go back.

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    Carolina Rubiano
    4/17/2017
  • I’ve been seeing Julia for a while now, and she’s truly amazing! She does everything with so much care and attention, and I always leave feeling relaxed and glowing. You can tell she really loves what she does — I couldn’t recommend her more!

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    Kristiana Dimitrova
    10/22/2025

Real Transformations

Acne Montreal — Before & After

A good candidate for professional acne treatment has active breakouts, congested skin, back acne, or acne scars and uneven texture that have not improved with home care alone. Teens and adults with mild to moderate acne on the face, back, or chest may benefit from a personalized plan combining light-based therapy, acne facials, and peels. If your acne is severe, deeply cystic, or you are considering prescription medication, see a dermatologist first — our treatments work alongside medical care, not instead of it.

During treatment, most clients feel mild warmth or a light snapping sensation as IPL/BBL light targets inflammation and acne-causing bacteria, or gentle pressure during extractions and peels. Depending on your customized plan, your session may focus on calming active acne, deep-cleansing congested pores, or smoothing post-acne texture. Comfort measures are used to keep every step as gentle as possible.

After treatment, mild redness or temporary sensitivity can appear for a short time. A consistent home-care routine, non-comedogenic products, and daily sun protection are essential for maintaining results and preventing new breakouts. Most clients need a series of sessions, plus maintenance, to achieve and preserve clearer, calmer skin.

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Everything You Want to Know

Acne Treatment FAQ

Straight answers about active acne & post-acne care

Acne develops when excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria clog pores, causing blackheads, whiteheads, and inflamed pimples. Hormones, stress, genetics, and skincare habits all play a role. At IPLLAB, our acne treatment in Montreal and Laval targets these causes with a personalized plan. To learn more about the condition, see the Merck Manual.

Picking and squeezing pimples pushes inflammation deeper, spreads bacteria, and dramatically increases the risk of acne scars and dark marks. Professional extractions during an acne facial clear congestion safely, without damaging the surrounding skin.

Active acne may respond well to a combination of IPL/BBL light therapy, deep-cleansing acne facials, and chemical peels. The best plan depends on whether your acne is inflammatory, congestion-based, or hormonal. You can also explore our full list of skin and laser services.

Acne usually responds best to a complex approach rather than a single product or treatment. Depending on your skin, your plan may include light-based sessions, professional facials, peels, medical-grade home care, and maintenance to keep breakouts under control long term.

Once active acne is calm, texture and scarring can be treated with microneedling or carbon peel with PICO laser. These treatments stimulate collagen to smooth rolling scars, refine enlarged pores, and improve overall skin texture over a series of sessions — an approach also described by the American Academy of Dermatology. The cost of laser acne scar removal in Montreal depends on scar depth and the number of sessions — package pricing is listed below and confirmed at your free consultation.

Breakouts often leave flat pink, red, or brown marks called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. These respond to a dedicated pigmentation protocol — learn more on our hyperpigmentation & melasma treatment page. Daily sunscreen keeps these marks from getting darker.

Back acne is harder to treat at home because the skin is thicker and difficult to reach. A professional back dermabrasion and chemical peel for back acne unclogs pores, exfoliates buildup, and calms breakouts on the back and shoulders — most clients see improvement within a few sessions.

Acne treatment usually requires multiple sessions because the skin renewal cycle takes several weeks. The number of treatments depends on acne severity, your skin type, lifestyle, and how consistently you follow home care. Many clients benefit from a treatment series plus maintenance.

Acne treatment is sold in packages of 3, 6 or 10 sessions: $450, $720 or $900 — that works out to $150, $120 or $90 per session, before taxes. Full details are in the Prices section below. The 10-session package is the best value, with mix & match sessions across all the treatments in this category. Every plan starts with a free consultation, where your exact cost is confirmed based on the areas treated and the number of sessions your skin needs. Our AI Skin Analysis is free with the 6- and 10-session packages; on its own it is $150 + tax, with a full report printed or sent by email.

Yes — the AI Skin Analysis is free with the 6- and 10-session packages, our full treatment courses. On its own it is $150 + tax and includes a full report, printed or sent by email. The scan maps what is hard to judge in a mirror — active breakouts and congestion, pores, oiliness, redness, pigmentation and post-acne marks, texture and fine lines — and we repeat it during your course to track your progress against your first images. It is an imaging tool that guides your plan, not a medical diagnosis.

IPLLAB welcomes clients at both locations: Montreal medispa and Laval medispa. You can also learn about our membership options or book an appointment online. A consultation helps identify the most suitable approach for your acne type, severity, and goals.

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Acne Treatment Prices

Before you book

Acne treatment is not suitable in every case. Pregnancy, an active skin infection, tattoos in the treated area, recent sun exposure or self-tanner, isotretinoin and certain photosensitising medications are among the situations we review with you before any session — the full list is covered at your consultation. Our treatments work alongside medical care, they do not replace it; if you are unsure, speak with your physician first. A consent form is signed before your first session.

Regular price: $190 + tax per session. A single session with no commitment — ideal if you are visiting Montréal or want to try us first. If you move to a package afterwards, we recalculate: your session is credited at the package rate, just ask us to note it in your client profile. Packages run 3, 6 or 10 sessions — the 10-session package is the best value, with mix & match across all the treatments in this category.

Active Acne

$120 price when purchase a package · before taxes · details in email coupon
  • IPL/BBL light-based acne treatment
  • Calm active breakouts and inflammation
  • Deep-cleansing acne facials with safe extractions
  • Reduce excess oil and clogged pores
  • Help prevent new breakouts

Post-Acne Scars & Texture

$150 price when purchase a package · before taxes · details in email coupon
  • Microneedling & PICO laser options
  • Smooth acne scars and rolling texture
  • Complex approach to acne scar removal
  • Refine enlarged pores and texture
  • Support gentle skin renewal

Back Acne Treatment

$120 price when purchase a package · before taxes · details in email coupon
  • Back dermabrasion & body peeling
  • Chemical peel for back acne
  • Unclog pores and calm bacne breakouts
  • Smooth back and shoulder skin
  • Ideal before summer or events

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Acne Packages & Home Care

Each price below is the total for a 3-, 6- or 10-session package. Prices shown before taxes. Your contract is emailed to you after purchase and you may cancel at any time. Terms →

StarterActive Acne — 3 Sessions

Best for testing the protocol on mild to moderate acne

Package price$450.00
Sessions included3
Face, back or chest

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Most popularActive Acne — 6 Sessions

The usual starting point for persistent breakouts

Package price$720.00
Sessions included6
Covers a full renewal cycle

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Best valueActive Acne — 10 Sessions

Mix & match — try all the treatments in this category

Package price$900.00
Sessions included10
Lowest cost per session

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Home care that holds the result

These are the medical-grade products our estheticians most often pair with in-clinic acne sessions. Ask at your consultation which one suits your skin — actives are matched to your acne type, not bought by guesswork.

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iS Clinical Active Serum

30 ml · daily exfoliating serum

A long-standing favourite for congested, breakout-prone skin. Frequently recommended between light-based sessions.

Price$189.00

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iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum Advance+

30 ml · antioxidant & soothing serum

Chosen when skin is reactive or irritated and needs calming support alongside acne treatment.

Price$199.00

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BeautyMed Arbutin Dermo Active Kit

Treatment kit · post-acne marks

A kit aimed at the flat pink and brown marks left behind after breakouts heal, rather than at active acne.

Price$149.00

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iS Clinical Super Serum Advance+

30 ml · vitamin C & texture support

Usually introduced in the repair phase, once active breakouts are controlled and the focus shifts to texture and tone.

Price$199.00

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Your Journey, Your Way

Acne Treatment Montreal & Laval

Acne treatment is most effective when approached gradually and consistently. At IPLLAB Medispa, clients in Montreal and Laval receive a personalized plan that may combine light-based acne care, deep-cleansing facials, peels, and supportive home care to calm breakouts and improve skin clarity. Because acne can recur, maintenance and a consistent routine are important parts of long-term results.

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Acne Treatment Locations

We are always happy to welcome you at our two acne treatment locations: 3889 St-Denis Street, Plateau Mont-Royal, Montréal and 4220 St-Martin Boulevard West, Laval. Whether you are searching for an acne facial near you, active acne Montreal treatment, back acne treatment in Laval, or a consultation with an acne esthetician about scars and texture, our team helps you choose the most suitable treatment plan.

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Clear Skin, Calm Confidence

  • ✓ Free consultation & AI Skin Analysis
  • ✓ Two locations — Montréal & Laval
  • ✓ Trained estheticians
  • ✓ Flexible packages & memberships

Acne affects confidence at every age — and it responds to consistent, professional care. Our active acne and post-acne treatments in Montréal and Laval calm breakouts, smooth scars and texture, and keep skin clear with a personalized plan. Book a free consultation, explore our services, find acne packages in our online store, or message us on WhatsApp 👋.

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