Clear breakouts, reduce scarring, and restore your confidence
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Acne Treatments in Lexington, KY
Acne can be frustrating and persistent, but you don’t have to go through it alone. At Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness, we specialize in customized acne treatments, from luxurious facials and chemical peels to advanced microneedling and laser therapies. Located in the heart of Lexington, our medspa offers a suite of services designed to clear breakouts, reduce scarring, and restore confidence.
Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness is proud to offer some of the best, top-rated acne treatments for our clients in Lexington and Nicholasville, KY. Call us at (859) 904-5274 to schedule a consultation and begin your acne journey towards clearer, healthier skin.
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Meet The Team
You’re always in the best hands with our dedicated team of skilled professionals.
Keely
Emi
Licensed Esthetician
Claudia
Jaclyn
Lydia
Katelyn
Dr. Jon Hourigan
Medical Director
Why Choose Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness?
Conveniently located in the heart of Lexington, you will feel what makes Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness special the minute you walk in the door. From the natural light and warm design, curated playlist, and coffee bar, we’ve thought about our clients every step of the way. Our goal is to provide the best treatment experience in a warm, relaxing environment.
What Is Acne?
Acne is a common skin condition caused by the clogging of hair follicles with oil and dead skin cells. This plug creates a breeding ground for bacteria and inflammation. It often results in pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, pustules, nodules, or cysts. Acne tends to appear on oil-rich areas, such as the face, upper chest, and back. Although it is frequently associated with teenagers, many adults continue to experience it well into their 20s, 30s, and beyond.
What Causes Acne?
Several intertwined factors contribute to acne:
Excess Sebum (Oil) Production
Overactive oil glands, often triggered by hormones like androgens, produce too much oil.
Clogged Pores
Bacterial Overgrowth
Inflammatory Response
Hormonal Shifts
Lifestyle Elements
Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness Acne Treatments
Customized Facials
- Deep pore extraction
- Salicylic or lactic acid exfoliation
- Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory serums
These treatments clear debris from pores, calm redness, reduce bacteria, and improve texture, creating a healthy canvas for stronger skin protection.
Chemical Peels
- Light Peels (e.g., glycolic/salicylic acids) – Safe for regular use; exfoliate, unclog pores, encourage cell turnover, and decrease bacteria.
- Medium Peels (e.g., TCA mixes) – Penetrate deeper to reduce pigmentation, scarring, and regulate skin renewal.
- Combination Protocols – Calibrated for your skin, addressing stubborn congestion and acne lesions.
RF Microneedling (Morpheus8)
- Microneedling promotes collagen and elastin growth, repairing texture and scars.
- RF Energy heats deeper skin layers to tighten, reduce inflammation, and curb oil production.
Laser & Light Therapies (Forever Clear BBL)
At Hourglass Aesthetics, we offer:
- Blue-light wavelength that penetrates the skin and kills Propionibacterium acnes bacteria deep within pores.
- Fractional lasers for surface-level acne scars, encouraging regeneration.
- Infrared light to stimulate the skin’s natural healing process.
These modalities address different acne elements: bacteria, inflammation, pigmentation, and scarring.
Different Types of Acne
Understanding the type of acne you’re dealing with helps us customize your treatment. Common forms include:
Blackheads
Open comedones or dark spots due to oxidation, not dirt.
Whiteheads
Papules
Pustules
Nodules
Cysts
At Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness, we offer solutions tailored to each type, helping minimize breakouts and prevent scarring.
What to Expect During Your Acne Treatment Journey
Navigating acne can feel overwhelming, but at Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness, we make the process empowering and clear from start to finish. Here’s what you can expect when you begin your personalized acne treatment plan with us:
Personalized Consultation
Treatment Sessions
Whether you’re receiving a clarifying facial, a targeted peel, microneedling, or laser therapy, every treatment is delivered with care in a calming, spa-like atmosphere. Here’s what happens during a typical session:
- Cleansing & Prep: We begin by gently cleansing your skin and prepping it with medical-grade products specific to your treatment.
- Treatment Execution: Your aesthetician will perform the selected service, which may involve extractions, exfoliation, light chemical application, microneedling, or the use of light-based devices.
- Comfort-Focused Approach: Most treatments are painless or minimally uncomfortable. For deeper treatments like RF microneedling, numbing may be applied.
- Finishing Touch: We apply soothing serums, SPF, and recovery products to help your skin begin healing right away.
Post-Care Guidance & Skincare Coaching
- Acne-safe cleansers and moisturizers
- Topical ingredients like niacinamide or salicylic acid
- Sun protection (a must!)
- Lifestyle tips to reduce flare-ups (diet, stress, sleep)
Ongoing Support & Follow-Up
- Track your progress with photos and notes
- Adjust treatments based on how your skin responds
- Tweak at-home routines for even better results
- Celebrate milestones (hello, clear skin!)
Additional Acne Services Available at Hourglass
Face Reality Products
Clear skin isn’t just about what happens in the treatment room. Our Acne Boot Camp Fincorporates Face Reality products, a professional skincare line created exclusively for acne-prone skin.
Your regimen is customized to your skin, lifestyle, and acne triggers, helping calm inflammation, support the skin barrier, and prevent future breakouts.
Lasting results often depend on what you do between appointments.
Acne is rarely one-size-fits-all, and neither is treatment. Acne Boot Camp is a customized program designed to address the underlying causes of breakouts through a combination of professional treatments, targeted home care, and ongoing support.
Together, we create a plan tailored to your skin, helping you achieve clearer skin today while building habits that support lasting results.
How Each Treatment Improves Acne
Treatment Options
Target Conditions
Benefits & Mechanisms
Get Personalized Acne Treatment Plans at Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness
Acne rarely has a one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why we create personalized plans with:
- Initial skin assessment – Evaluating acne severity, skin type, medical history, and lifestyle.
- Custom treatment protocols – A combination of facials, peels, microneedling, and lasers tailored to your specific concerns.
- Maintenance and aftercare – Professional products, sun protection, and follow-up sessions to stabilize results and prevent relapse.
Why Choose Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness for Acne Care?
Expertise
Comprehensive Care
Proven Results
Luxury Meets Science
Find an Acne Treatment for You in Lexington, KY
Take control of your skin today. Visit Hourglass Aesthetics & Wellness in Lexington for a personalized acne assessment and custom treatment plan. Whether you want a gentle facial peel, powerful microneedling, or targeted laser therapy, we’re here to guide your journey to clearer, healthier skin.
The Hourglass Difference
“We deliver Ritz-Carlton–level hospitality from the moment you enter our space. Often referred to as the Gucci of aesthetics, we set the standard for exceptional care, elevated experiences, and uncompromising results that exceed expectations at every touchpoint.”
– Owner Beth Hourigan
Real People. Real Results.
“Brandy is my favorite esthetician in Lexington! She has always made me feel comfortable, and is such an important friend in my life. Her work is truly stunning and unmatched! I know she will always put her best effort forward into any service I receive, and she will hype me up to making me feel gorgeous walking out of the salon! I couldn’t recommend someone better than Brandy as a lash tech or for any of her other esthetic treatments! She stands out and goes above and beyond for every client! She’s also an amazing waxer!”
– Sabrina B.
“Hourglass was very modern, classy and clean inside. I felt like it was a spa-like experience. My aesthetician explained everything to me and even did a quote for cost before we got started. They let my mom come back with me which made me feel more comfortable. They did not pressure me into buying extra services or do a big sales pitch to me which I thought was refreshing. They gave me a brochure and answered all of my questions. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and I will be back. Everything was quick and there was off street parking around back.”
“Absolutely love Hourglass Aesthetics! The moment you walk in you immediately feel welcome. Everyone is so kind and helpful. So happy I found them! Definitely recommend for all treatments! You won’t be disappointed!”
– Mandy S.
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