Peachy West Loop
Chicago
Peachy West Loop is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 5 stars across 520 Google reviews.
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Acne in Chicago, IL
Acne treatment in Chicago
41 Chicago clinics offer treatment for acne, from Chemical Peel, HydraFacial, Microneedling to 2 more. Below: who ranks, what it costs here, and which option fits which version of the problem.
41
clinics in Chicago treating acne
4.9★
average Google rating across 13,084 reviews
$110–$660
Chemical Peel in Chicago, per session
Chicago at a glance
What acne treatment looks like in Chicago
Chemical Peel is the most widely offered option in Chicago, at 41 of the 41 clinics listed here, with HydraFacial at 41 and Microneedling at 41. Pricing in Chicago runs about 10% above the national average, so expect chemical peel at roughly $110–$660 per session before a clinic's consultation adjusts it to your case. By Google rating weighted by review volume, Peachy West Loop, The Confidence Bar, Refine by Tulsi Med Spa lead the local list.
The treatment that fits depends on which version of acne you have; the comparison below says when each is the right call, and the full explainer lives on our acne guide.
Options offered in Chicago
Treatments for acne available locally
| Treatment | Chicago clinics | Typical cost in Chicago | When it is the right call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical PeelA few hours (light), about a week (medium), about 2 weeks (deep) | 41 | $110–$660per session | The workhorse for active, non-cystic acne. Salicylic and combination peels unclog pores, reduce oil, and fade the red and brown marks breakouts leave. A series of four to six, spaced weeks apart, is where results show. |
| HydraFacialNone. Your skin looks glowing immediately | 41 | $165–$385per session | Gentle extraction and hydration with no downtime. Good for congestion, blackheads, and maintenance between peels. Not a treatment for inflamed or cystic acne on its own. |
| Microneedling1–2 days of redness, similar to a mild sunburn | 41 | $220–$770per session | The first-line treatment for the pitted scars acne leaves behind. Collagen remodeling over three to six sessions softens rolling and boxcar scars. Do it once the breakouts are controlled, not during them. |
| Laser Skin Resurfacing1–2 days (non-ablative) up to 1–2 weeks (ablative) | 30 | $550–$3,850per session | The strongest option for deeper or older acne scars. Fractional lasers rebuild texture more aggressively than microneedling, with real downtime to match. |
| BBL Photofacial1–3 days of redness; brown spots darken then flake off over 7–14 days | 30 | $440–$990per session | Targets the persistent red marks and visible vessels active acne leaves behind. Useful once the skin has calmed and the redness is what remains. |
Acne clinics in Chicago, ranked
By Google rating weighted by review volume. Featured clinics appear first and are labeled; the order underneath is editorial and never sold.
The Confidence Bar
Chicago
The Confidence Bar in Chicago is a med spa rated 5★ across 457 Google reviews, offering BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 9 more treatments. See details, compare local pricing, and request a free consultation.
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Refine by Tulsi Med Spa
Chicago
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Refine by Tulsi Med Spa offers BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 15 more treatments from its Chicago location and is rated 5★ across 281 Google reviews. Compare pricing and request a free consultation on ClinicCompass.
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The One Spa Chicago
Chicago
The One Spa Chicago in Chicago is a med spa rated 5★ across 223 Google reviews, offering BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 12 more treatments. See details, compare local pricing, and request a free consultation.
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Chicago Aesthetics Club
Chicago
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Rated 5★ by 220 Google reviewers, Chicago Aesthetics Club (Chicago) offers Botox, Chemical Peel, Dermal Fillers and 5 more treatments. View the full profile and request a free consultation.
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Beverly Botox
Chicago
Beverly Botox offers BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 11 more treatments from its Chicago location and is rated 5★ across 112 Google reviews. Compare pricing and request a free consultation on ClinicCompass.
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Essex Skin Medical Aesthetics
Chicago
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Essex Skin Medical Aesthetics offers BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 11 more treatments from its Chicago location and is rated 5★ across 109 Google reviews. Compare pricing and request a free consultation on ClinicCompass.
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Elevated By East Medical Aesthetics in Chicago is a med spa rated 5★ across 103 Google reviews, offering BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 8 more treatments. See details, compare local pricing, and request a free consultation.
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Defined Medical Aesthetics by Dr. Daryl McKee in Chicago is a med spa rated 5★ across 96 Google reviews, offering BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 10 more treatments. See details, compare local pricing, and request a free consultation.
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Liv Aesthetics Chicago
Chicago
Liv Aesthetics Chicago offers BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 13 more treatments from its Chicago location and is rated 5★ across 88 Google reviews. Compare pricing and request a free consultation on ClinicCompass.
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MD Brothers
Chicago
MD Brothers in Chicago is a med spa rated 5★ across 71 Google reviews, offering BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 17 more treatments. See details, compare local pricing, and request a free consultation.
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IVI Aesthetics & Wellness
Chicago
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Rated 5★ by 58 Google reviewers, IVI Aesthetics & Wellness (Chicago) offers BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 11 more treatments. View the full profile and request a free consultation.
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New Image Works
Chicago
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New Image Works is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 632 Google reviews.
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Dvida Spa | Med Spa Services 60654 offers BBL Photofacial, Botox, Chemical Peel and 15 more treatments from its Chicago location and is rated 4.9★ across 611 Google reviews. Compare pricing and request a free consultation on ClinicCompass.
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Elysium Aesthetics + Longevity
Chicago
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Elysium Aesthetics + Longevity is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 567 Google reviews.
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Essence Medspa & Wellness Center
Chicago
Rated 4.9★ by 552 Google reviewers, Essence Medspa & Wellness Center (Chicago) offers Botox, Chemical Peel, Dermal Fillers and 8 more treatments. View the full profile and request a free consultation.
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ImageLab Med Spa
Chicago
ImageLab Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 519 Google reviews.
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Old Town Med Spa (Lincoln Park)
Chicago
Old Town Med Spa (Lincoln Park) is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 450 Google reviews.
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Cadella Aesthetics
Chicago
Cadella Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 294 Google reviews.
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Ageless MedSpa
Chicago
Ageless MedSpa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 264 Google reviews.
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Fulcrum Aesthetics & Surgery
Chicago
Fulcrum Aesthetics & Surgery is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 231 Google reviews.
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Aesthetica by Dr. Adam
Chicago
Aesthetica by Dr. Adam is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 227 Google reviews.
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Wrinkle Fairy
Chicago
Wrinkle Fairy is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 221 Google reviews.
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Olivo Med Spa
Chicago
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Olivo Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 156 Google reviews.
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Luxura Med Spa
Chicago
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Luxura Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 137 Google reviews.
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Innovative MedSpa
Chicago
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Innovative MedSpa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 135 Google reviews.
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Aesthetic Beauty Lounge, Inc
Chicago
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Aesthetic Beauty Lounge, Inc is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 91 Google reviews.
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MGMD Aesthetics
Chicago
MGMD Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 79 Google reviews.
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VIO Med Spa | River North
Chicago
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VIO Med Spa | River North is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 109 Google reviews.
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VITAHL Medical Aesthetics
Chicago
VITAHL Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 110 Google reviews.
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Tres Jolie Medical Spa and Wellness Center is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 138 Google reviews.
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Better Med Spa & Wellness
Chicago
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Better Med Spa & Wellness is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 155 Google reviews.
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Elite Chicago Spa
Chicago
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Elite Chicago Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 167 Google reviews.
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Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 214 Google reviews.
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Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 1430 Google reviews.
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Innovative MedSpa
Chicago
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Innovative MedSpa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.7 stars across 98 Google reviews.
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Old Town Med Spa
Chicago
Old Town Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.7 stars across 254 Google reviews.
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Viva La Med Spa-Old Town
Chicago
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Viva La Med Spa-Old Town is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.7 stars across 527 Google reviews.
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Pure Med Spa
Chicago
Pure Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.5 stars across 869 Google reviews.
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FAQ
Acne in Chicago: common questions
How many clinics in Chicago treat acne?
41 clinics on ClinicCompass in Chicago offer at least one treatment for acne, between them carrying 13,084 Google reviews. The most widely offered option locally is Chemical Peel (41 clinics), followed by HydraFacial (41).
What does acne treatment cost in Chicago?
It depends on the treatment. Chemical Peel runs about $110–$660 per session; HydraFacial runs about $165–$385 per session; Microneedling runs about $220–$770 per session. Chicago pricing is about 10% above the national average. Every clinic quotes after a consultation, so treat these as the range to expect rather than a menu price.
Which Chicago clinic is best for acne?
By Google rating weighted by review volume, Peachy West Loop (5★ across 520 reviews), The Confidence Bar (5★ across 457 reviews), Refine by Tulsi Med Spa (5★ across 281 reviews) lead the Chicago list. Rankings are editorial and never sold; Featured clinics appear first but are labeled and do not change the order.
Should I see a med spa or a dermatologist for acne?
It depends on severity. Cystic, nodular, or scarring acne needs a dermatologist and usually prescription medication, because no facial or peel treats inflammation at that depth. Mild to moderate congestion-driven acne, and the marks and scars left after acne is controlled, are exactly what med spa peels, extractions, microneedling, and laser do well. Many people use both: the dermatologist to control it, the clinic to repair what it left.
Can acne scars be removed completely?
Improved substantially, not removed. Rolling and boxcar scars respond well to microneedling and fractional laser over a series, and most people see their scars become shallow enough to be hard to notice. Deep ice-pick scars are the most stubborn and sometimes need individual treatment. Anyone promising scar-free skin is overpromising.
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