MD Esthetics Windham
Windham · Portsmouth
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MD Esthetics Windham is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 477 Google reviews.
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Acne in Portsmouth, NH
Acne treatment in Portsmouth
14 Portsmouth 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.
14
clinics in Portsmouth treating acne
4.9★
average Google rating across 3,580 reviews
$102–$612
Chemical Peel in Portsmouth, per session
Portsmouth at a glance
What acne treatment looks like in Portsmouth
Chemical Peel is the most widely offered option in Portsmouth, at 14 of the 14 clinics listed here, with HydraFacial at 14 and Microneedling at 14. Pricing in Portsmouth runs about 2% above the national average, so expect chemical peel at roughly $102–$612 per session before a clinic's consultation adjusts it to your case. By Google rating weighted by review volume, MD Esthetics Windham, AW Plastic Surgery: Anthony J. Wilson, MD, Nurse Nel Aesthetics PLLC 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 Portsmouth
Treatments for acne available locally
| Treatment | Portsmouth clinics | Typical cost in Portsmouth | When it is the right call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical PeelA few hours (light), about a week (medium), about 2 weeks (deep) | 14 | $102–$612per 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 | 14 | $153–$357per 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 | 14 | $204–$714per 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) | 13 | $510–$3,570per 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 | 13 | $408–$918per 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 Portsmouth, ranked
By Google rating weighted by review volume. Featured clinics appear first and are labeled; the order underneath is editorial and never sold.
AW Plastic Surgery: Anthony J. Wilson, MD
Portsmouth
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AW Plastic Surgery: Anthony J. Wilson, MD is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 416 Google reviews.
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Nurse Nel Aesthetics PLLC
Dover · Portsmouth
Nurse Nel Aesthetics PLLC is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 231 Google reviews.
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MD Esthetics Portsmouth
Portsmouth
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MD Esthetics Portsmouth is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 213 Google reviews.
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Profile Medical Aesthetics LLC
Portsmouth
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Profile Medical Aesthetics LLC is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 177 Google reviews.
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Ballentyne Medical Aesthetics
Portsmouth
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Ballentyne Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 134 Google reviews.
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Delle Chiaie Cosmetic Medicine
Hampton · Portsmouth
Delle Chiaie Cosmetic Medicine is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 5 stars across 73 Google reviews.
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Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics
Stratham · Portsmouth
Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.9 stars across 850 Google reviews.
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Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics
Portsmouth
Optima Dermatology & Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.9 stars across 316 Google reviews.
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Hera Skin and Wellness
Portsmouth
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Hera Skin and Wellness is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.9 stars across 190 Google reviews.
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Seacoast Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.9 stars across 152 Google reviews.
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About Face Medical Aesthetics
Stratham · Portsmouth
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About Face Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.9 stars across 121 Google reviews.
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Seacoast Rejuvenation Center
Newington · Portsmouth
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Seacoast Rejuvenation Center is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.9 stars across 83 Google reviews.
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Thrive Med Spa & Wellness
Portsmouth
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Thrive Med Spa & Wellness is a medical aesthetics provider in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, rated 4.7 stars across 147 Google reviews.
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FAQ
Acne in Portsmouth: common questions
How many clinics in Portsmouth treat acne?
14 clinics on ClinicCompass in Portsmouth offer at least one treatment for acne, between them carrying 3,580 Google reviews. The most widely offered option locally is Chemical Peel (14 clinics), followed by HydraFacial (14).
What does acne treatment cost in Portsmouth?
It depends on the treatment. Chemical Peel runs about $102–$612 per session; HydraFacial runs about $153–$357 per session; Microneedling runs about $204–$714 per session. Portsmouth pricing is about 2% above the national average. Every clinic quotes after a consultation, so treat these as the range to expect rather than a menu price.
Which Portsmouth clinic is best for acne?
By Google rating weighted by review volume, MD Esthetics Windham (5★ across 477 reviews), AW Plastic Surgery: Anthony J. Wilson, MD (5★ across 416 reviews), Nurse Nel Aesthetics PLLC (5★ across 231 reviews) lead the Portsmouth 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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