Cortisone Injection
Targeted anti-inflammatory injections for the rapid resolution of inflamed cystic acne lesions
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Skin Treatment
Fast Relief for Angry Breakouts
A cortisone injection delivers a small amount of corticosteroid directly into an inflamed acne lesion, a cyst or nodule, to rapidly reduce swelling, pain, and redness. It is one of the fastest interventions available for acne flares.
The treatment is precise, minimally invasive, and produces a visible result within 24-48 hours. It is particularly useful when a large, painful cyst appears before an important event, or when an active lesion is at risk of rupturing and scarring.
What It Treats
Cystic Acne
Rapidly shrink large, painful cystic lesions that would otherwise take weeks to resolve on their own.
Nodular Acne
Reduce inflammation and size of deep nodular breakouts that resist topical treatment.
Scar Prevention
Treating a cyst before it ruptures significantly reduces the risk of permanent post-acne scarring at that site.
How It Works
Direct injection
A dilute corticosteroid solution is injected precisely into the core of the acne lesion using a fine needle. The procedure takes a matter of minutes per lesion.
Anti-inflammatory action
Corticosteroids suppress the immune response within the lesion, reducing cytokine activity, decreasing fluid accumulation, and rapidly reducing the visible swelling and redness.
Rapid resolution
Most customers notice significant flattening of the lesion within 24-48 hours. Full resolution typically follows within 3-7 days.
Doctor assessment
Only appropriate lesions are injected. Your doctor will assess the lesion type and determine the correct dilution and volume to minimise the small risk of skin depression at the injection site.
What to Expect
The Procedure
Treatment takes 5 to 15 minutes depending on the number of lesions. A single precise injection is made into the core of each cyst or nodule using a fine needle. Discomfort is minimal and brief.
Downtime
None. There may be mild tenderness at the injection site for a few hours. You can return to all normal activities immediately after.
Results & Longevity
Significant flattening of the lesion is typically visible within 24 to 48 hours. Full resolution usually follows within 3 to 7 days. This is a targeted treatment for individual lesions, not a long-term acne management strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find Out If This Is Right for You
Treatments at VE Aesthetic Clinic are recommended only after a thorough consultation. Our doctor will assess your concerns and advise whether this treatment suits your goals and skin type.