The Skincare Studio
Princeton
The Skincare Studio is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 5 stars across 231 Google reviews.
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Acne in Princeton, NJ
Acne treatment in Princeton
14 Princeton 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 Princeton treating acne
4.8★
average Google rating across 3,582 reviews
$118–$708
Chemical Peel in Princeton, per session
Princeton at a glance
What acne treatment looks like in Princeton
Chemical Peel is the most widely offered option in Princeton, at 14 of the 14 clinics listed here, with HydraFacial at 14 and Microneedling at 14. Pricing in Princeton runs about 18% above the national average, so expect chemical peel at roughly $118–$708 per session before a clinic's consultation adjusts it to your case. By Google rating weighted by review volume, The Skincare Studio, Estetica Medical Aesthetics, SkinSpirit Princeton 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 Princeton
Treatments for acne available locally
| Treatment | Princeton clinics | Typical cost in Princeton | When it is the right call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical PeelA few hours (light), about a week (medium), about 2 weeks (deep) | 14 | $118–$708per 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 | $177–$413per 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 | $236–$826per 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) | 9 | $590–$4,130per 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 | 8 | $472–$1,062per 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 Princeton, ranked
By Google rating weighted by review volume. Featured clinics appear first and are labeled; the order underneath is editorial and never sold.
Estetica Medical Aesthetics
Hamilton Township · Princeton
Estetica Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 5 stars across 117 Google reviews.
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SkinSpirit Princeton
Princeton
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SkinSpirit Princeton is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 5 stars across 99 Google reviews.
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Nicole Schrader, MD, FACS
Princeton
Nicole Schrader, MD, FACS is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.9 stars across 380 Google reviews.
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Becker Plastic Surgery
Princeton
Becker Plastic Surgery is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.9 stars across 246 Google reviews.
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Hazen Plastic Surgery
Princeton
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Hazen Plastic Surgery is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.9 stars across 139 Google reviews.
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Eugenie Brunner, MD, FACS
Princeton
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Eugenie Brunner, MD, FACS is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.9 stars across 121 Google reviews.
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4Ever Young Med Spa & Wellness Center - Princeton is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.8 stars across 202 Google reviews.
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Eminence Medical Aesthetics
Princeton
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Eminence Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.8 stars across 238 Google reviews.
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Alchemy Mind & Body
Princeton
Alchemy Mind & Body is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.8 stars across 251 Google reviews.
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Dr. Adam Hamawy - Princeton Plastic Surgeons is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.7 stars across 230 Google reviews.
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John E. Vine, MD - Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center of Princeton, LLC is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.7 stars across 375 Google reviews.
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Metropolis Spa & Salon
Princeton
Metropolis Spa & Salon is a medical aesthetics provider in Princeton, New Jersey, rated 4.7 stars across 812 Google reviews.
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FAQ
Acne in Princeton: common questions
How many clinics in Princeton treat acne?
14 clinics on ClinicCompass in Princeton offer at least one treatment for acne, between them carrying 3,582 Google reviews. The most widely offered option locally is Chemical Peel (14 clinics), followed by HydraFacial (14).
What does acne treatment cost in Princeton?
It depends on the treatment. Chemical Peel runs about $118–$708 per session; HydraFacial runs about $177–$413 per session; Microneedling runs about $236–$826 per session. Princeton pricing is about 18% above the national average. Every clinic quotes after a consultation, so treat these as the range to expect rather than a menu price.
Which Princeton clinic is best for acne?
By Google rating weighted by review volume, The Skincare Studio (5★ across 231 reviews), Estetica Medical Aesthetics (5★ across 117 reviews), SkinSpirit Princeton (5★ across 99 reviews) lead the Princeton 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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