Can facials help with stubborn acne? The best treatments in Singapore for clearer skin
We put acne facials to the test at the Her World Spa Awards 2025. Here are the winners that calm breakouts, fade scars, and restore balance
By Vanessa Chia -
If you’ve ever wondered whether facials can really make a difference for acne-prone skin, the answer is yes, provided you pick the right ones. The winners of the Her World Spa Awards 2025 prove that a well-designed treatment can do more than just pamper: think advanced lasers that lighten post-acne scars, deep-cleansing therapies that unclog pores, and targeted ampoules that soothe inflamed skin. Here are the best acne facials in Singapore that deliver results worth the booking.
Service Skindeep Skin Awakening Facial, $599.50 for 90 minutes
Where Erabelle, #01-06 Visioncrest Orchard, Tel: 6836-8388; #02-12/13 Eastpoint Mall, Tel: 6260-0098; #B2-55/56/57 Marina One – The Heart, Tel: 6568-8638
What Using a state-of-the-art machine along with customised blends and concentrates, this deep-cleansing facial rebalances the skin, restoring it to a healthy state. Perfect for oily, acne-prone skin, the treatment effectively clears out pores to draw out impurities and sebum.
“Skin looked smoother, pores were refined, and sans makeup, my face was glowing.” — Lalita L.
Service Aura Cynoglow, $1,988 for 120 minutes (including pre-treatment prep)
Where Aura Clinic, #03-10 One Holland Village, Tel: 6996-7493; #03-02/03 Palais Renaissance, Tel: 6610-9480
What A customisable skin-rejuvenating treatment that combines picosure pro laser and radiofrequency micro-needling Potenza. The former targets hyperpigmentation and post-acne scarring, while the latter promotes collagen and elastin production.
“It delivered as promised. My skin was smoother, firmer, and more radiant, with a noticeable improvement in texture too. The best part was zero downtime.” — Mel
Service Advanced Acne Treatment, $239.80 for 60 minutes
Where IDS Aesthetics, #02-01 International Building, Tel: 6450-3555, #05-07/08 Novena Specialist Center, Tel: 6568-3559
What Specially formulated anti-acne ampoules target the underlying causes of breakouts, such as excess sebum and inflammation. As our reviewer notes: “The redness from my post-acne scarring was significantly lightened.”
“An efficient facial treatment that does what it promises with ease.” — Lalita L.
Service Multi-Nutrient Glow, $330 for 90 minutes
Where Epion Aesthetics, #02-02 Tudor Court, Tel: 6363-2122
What The ultrasonic cleansing step clears out impurities trapped in the pores and gently sloughs off dead skin cells, while three skin-loving botanical infused serums are delivered to the deeper layers of skin via a warm ultrasonic permeation.
“My face looked significantly brighter and had a radiant glow to it. I was very impressed with the visible difference before and after.” — Jamie L.