Over-the-counter acne products have a place in basic skincare routines, but for persistent, moderate, or severe acne, they rarely address the underlying causes. At ThinMD MedSpa in Jacksonville, Dr. Anthony Capasso MD leads a physician-supervised approach to acne treatment that goes well beyond what you can buy at a pharmacy. If you have been cycling through products for months without meaningful improvement, it may be time to get a proper clinical evaluation.
Acne is not one condition — it is a spectrum of presentations with different causes, skin depths, and appropriate treatment approaches. Treating all acne the same way is one of the primary reasons patients do not see results from self-directed care.
Before any treatment begins at ThinMD, our clinical team assesses your acne type, severity, and contributing factors. That assessment shapes everything that follows.
The gap between drugstore acne care and physician-supervised medical-grade treatment is significant. Over-the-counter products are formulated at concentrations approved for general, unsupervised consumer use. Medical-grade products and in-office procedures operate at a different level of efficacy — and require clinical oversight because of it.
At a physician-led medical spa like ThinMD, treatments are performed by trained professionals under the supervision of Dr. Anthony Capasso MD, using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and clinical equipment that produces results consumer products cannot replicate.
Medical-grade chemical peels exfoliate the surface layers of the skin to clear congested pores, reduce active breakouts, and improve post-acne hyperpigmentation. Peel depth and formulation are selected based on your skin assessment.
For patients with acne scarring or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, microneedling stimulates the skin’s natural collagen production to improve texture, reduce scar depth, and promote more even skin tone.
Our custom medical facials for acne-prone skin include deep cleansing, extractions, and treatment serums selected for their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. These are clinical-grade skin treatments designed with your diagnosis in mind.
The HydraFacial uses a vortex suction system to cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin simultaneously. For acne-prone patients, it clears congestion without the friction or irritation that can trigger additional breakouts.
As a physician-led practice, ThinMD can integrate prescription topical treatments into your acne management plan. For patients with hormonal, cystic, or treatment-resistant acne, this distinction is clinically meaningful.
Every acne patient at ThinMD MedSpa benefits from a treatment plan reviewed and supervised by Dr. Anthony Capasso MD. You are not receiving a spa service — you are receiving a medically guided treatment protocol. When a physician is overseeing your treatment and your results are tracked over time, your protocol gets refined based on how your skin actually responds.
Your first visit begins with a comprehensive skin consultation. We review your acne history, prior treatments, current products, lifestyle factors, and skin goals. Most acne treatment plans involve multiple sessions over several weeks, with the plan adjusted as your skin responds.
ThinMD MedSpa has two Jacksonville locations. Jacksonville Beach: 1351 13th Ave S, Suite 105 (904-694-0992). San Jose: 10950 San Jose Blvd, Suite 41 (904-619-0130).
Contact us to schedule your acne consultation with Dr. Capasso’s clinical team.
Individual results vary. All treatments at ThinMD MedSpa are preceded by a clinical consultation. This page is informational and does not constitute medical advice.
ThinMD MedSpa serves patients across the greater Jacksonville area from two physician-supervised locations. Same standard of care, same medical team, both fully equipped.
ThinMD MedSpa treats acne with a combination of medical-grade topical protocols, chemical peels, HydraFacial with targeted serums, microneedling for acne scar revision, blue LED light therapy, and prescription medications when appropriate. The treatment plan is built around the type of acne (comedonal, inflammatory, cystic), skin type, and contributing factors identified in the consultation.
Yes. Adult acne, particularly hormonal acne in women that appears along the jawline and chin, is a specialty area at ThinMD MedSpa. Because hormone levels significantly influence adult acne, ThinMD MedSpa often evaluates hormonal status alongside topical and in-office treatment to address the root cause rather than only the surface symptoms.
Results depend on acne severity and the treatments selected. Many patients see improvement in skin texture and congestion after the first HydraFacial or chemical peel. A full acne treatment series typically spans two to three months, with monthly in-office treatments and a consistent home skincare regimen. Acne scarring requires additional sessions.
Microneedling is one of the most effective treatments for acne scarring at ThinMD MedSpa. It stimulates collagen remodeling that gradually fills and smooths depressed scars. Adding PRP to microneedling enhances results. For more superficial post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, IPL photofacial and chemical peels are highly effective options.
ThinMD MedSpa offers medical-grade in-office acne treatments and physician-supervised care that goes beyond what a standard dermatology visit provides. By addressing hormonal drivers alongside topical and light-based treatments, ThinMD MedSpa takes a more comprehensive approach for adults whose acne has not responded fully to conventional prescriptions.
Reach us at either Jacksonville location. Our team responds to all inquiries.
