Glo Medspa - Wilmington
Wilmington
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Glo Medspa - Wilmington is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 1221 Google reviews.
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Acne in Wilmington, NC
Acne treatment in Wilmington
13 Wilmington clinics offer treatment for acne, from Chemical Peel, Microneedling, Laser Skin Resurfacing to 2 more. Below: who ranks, what it costs here, and which option fits which version of the problem.
13
clinics in Wilmington treating acne
4.9★
average Google rating across 4,854 reviews
$92–$552
Chemical Peel in Wilmington, per session
Wilmington at a glance
What acne treatment looks like in Wilmington
Chemical Peel is the most widely offered option in Wilmington, at 12 of the 13 clinics listed here, with Microneedling at 12 and Laser Skin Resurfacing at 11. Pricing in Wilmington runs about 8% below the national average, so expect chemical peel at roughly $92–$552 per session before a clinic's consultation adjusts it to your case. By Google rating weighted by review volume, Glo Medspa - Wilmington, Beach Medical Aesthetics, Head To Toe 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 Wilmington
Treatments for acne available locally
| Treatment | Wilmington clinics | Typical cost in Wilmington | When it is the right call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical PeelA few hours (light), about a week (medium), about 2 weeks (deep) | 12 | $92–$552per 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. |
| Microneedling1–2 days of redness, similar to a mild sunburn | 12 | $184–$644per 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) | 11 | $460–$3,220per session | The strongest option for deeper or older acne scars. Fractional lasers rebuild texture more aggressively than microneedling, with real downtime to match. |
| HydraFacialNone. Your skin looks glowing immediately | 9 | $138–$322per 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. |
| BBL Photofacial1–3 days of redness; brown spots darken then flake off over 7–14 days | 8 | $368–$828per 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 Wilmington, ranked
By Google rating weighted by review volume. The order is editorial and never sold.
Beach Medical Aesthetics
Wilmington
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Beach Medical Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 588 Google reviews.
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Head To Toe Med Spa
Wilmington
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Head To Toe Med Spa is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 450 Google reviews.
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Self Skin Studio
Wilmington
Self Skin Studio is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 316 Google reviews.
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HD Medical & Aesthetics
Hampstead · Wilmington
HD Medical & Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 288 Google reviews.
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United Medical and Aesthetics
Wilmington
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United Medical and Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 284 Google reviews.
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Salt Aesthetics - Lumina Station (Formerly Coastal) is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 273 Google reviews.
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Salt Aesthetics - Oleander Drive
Wilmington
Salt Aesthetics - Oleander Drive is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 227 Google reviews.
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Wave Aesthetics
Wilmington
Wave Aesthetics is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 153 Google reviews.
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Face First Aesthetics and Acne Clinic
Carolina Beach · Wilmington
Face First Aesthetics and Acne Clinic is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 88 Google reviews.
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Wilmington Dermatology Center
Wilmington
Wilmington Dermatology Center is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 4.7 stars across 706 Google reviews.
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Pure Cosmetics of Wilmington
Wilmington
Pure Cosmetics of Wilmington is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 4.7 stars across 91 Google reviews.
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Summit Plastic Surgery & Dermatology
Wilmington
Financing available
Summit Plastic Surgery & Dermatology is a medical aesthetics provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, rated 4.3 stars across 169 Google reviews.
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FAQ
Acne in Wilmington: common questions
How many clinics in Wilmington treat acne?
13 clinics on ClinicCompass in Wilmington offer at least one treatment for acne, between them carrying 4,854 Google reviews. The most widely offered option locally is Chemical Peel (12 clinics), followed by Microneedling (12).
What does acne treatment cost in Wilmington?
It depends on the treatment. Chemical Peel runs about $92–$552 per session; Microneedling runs about $184–$644 per session; Laser Skin Resurfacing runs about $460–$3,220 per session. Wilmington pricing is about 8% below the national average. Every clinic quotes after a consultation, so treat these as the range to expect rather than a menu price.
Which Wilmington clinic is best for acne?
By Google rating weighted by review volume, Glo Medspa - Wilmington (4.9★ across 1,221 reviews), Beach Medical Aesthetics (5★ across 588 reviews), Head To Toe Med Spa (5★ across 450 reviews) lead the Wilmington list. Rankings are editorial and never sold.
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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