ProLite quick cleanse
Three-step cleanse using standard cleanse heads. 30 minutes. No infusion layer. Suited to monthly maintenance, congested pores, dull surface tone.
MEDICAL FACIAL TREATMENTS AT NEXUS
Want a medical facial treatment that does more than a regular spa cleanse?
When a facial stops at cleansing, acne and dullness don't move, which is why Dr Samantha's ProLite, ProFacial, and ProAcne facial treatments infuse actives deeper so results build toward a natural-looking glow.
From SGD 126 (first visit)
TREATMENT MENUSGD 126SGD 300SGD 280SGD 280SGD 280SGD 280SGD 420SGD 300
Pricing for every variant.
First time
ProLite single-session starter; medical-grade facial
ProLite (3-step quick cleanse)
ProFacial Lift
ProFacial Glow
ProFacial Bright
ProAcne (active acne protocol)
ProFacial Back (back-acne)
Radiance Peel
Which protocol fits which skin concern
For patients whose primary concern is active acne, dull tone, or post-acne marks, a chemical peel sits alongside these medical facials as a different mechanism: acid-based controlled cell turnover rather than device-based extraction and infusion. Dr Samantha decides which mechanism fits the skin at consultation.
Which medical facial treatment protocol (ProLite, ProFacial, or ProAcne) your skin actually needs
A medical facial treatment is delivered by a clinic using a clinical-grade multi-step machine, with a doctor on premises and a treatment plan that's matched to the patient's skin assessment. A regular spa facial is delivered by an aesthetician at a wellness setting using consumer-grade products and a fixed routine.
At Nexus, every medical facial runs through the same single multi-step machine. Different head attachments deliver different steps. The base protocol is ProLite (cleanse only, three steps). The full protocol is ProFacial, which adds serum infusion via dedicated infusion heads at the end of the cleanse cycle.
- Step 1
Aqua peel cleanse
Dome-tip glides across the skin; gentle suction lifts dead cells while water-based serum flows continuously. Skin stays hydrated, not scraped.
- Step 2
Targeted extraction
Same handpiece, higher suction. Water softens sebum simultaneously, gentler than manual extraction.
- Step 3
Serum infusion (full protocols only)
Second head attachment delivers a treatment serum into freshly cleansed skin. Different serums match different session goals.
All four protocols (ProLite, ProFacial, ProAcne, ProFacial Back) run on the same console; the difference is which heads are used and which serum is loaded.
Why the three-step protocol sequence matters
How serum-infusion heads customise each facial treatment step
Dr Samantha's clinic uses a single clinical-grade machine for all four standard medical facial protocols. The head attachments change between steps, but the underlying device, vacuum, and infusion mechanism stays consistent. This is deliberate.
- Consistency: one machine means one calibration, one cleaning protocol, one set of consumables Yumi and Esther are trained on. Easier to deliver the same quality across every booking.
- Patient matching: rather than booking a brand-named template, the protocol is matched to skin type and concern at consultation. Active acne patients route to ProAcne. Maintenance patients route to ProLite. Event-prep patients route to ProFacial with the serum that fits the glow / lift / brighten outcome.
- Polynucleotide brightening boosters sit outside the multi-step machine path. They use a microneedling pen instead. This is a deliberate separation because the booster vehicle is different and the mechanism is brightening, not cleansing.
How the ProAcne protocol reduces bacteria with gentle extractions
Suitable for
Suitable for
- Monthly maintenance. Congested pores, dull tone, mild texture concerns.
- Pre-event preparation. Wedding, photoshoot, social event 7 to 14 days out.
- Active mild-to-moderate acne. ProAcne protocol focuses on extraction and post-extraction recovery.
- Body acne on the upper back. ProFacial Back protocol is dialled for that area.
Take care
Pause first
- Currently using prescription tretinoin or retinol. Pause 5 to 7 days before any extraction-based facial.
- Active inflammatory acne with weeping lesions. See Dr Samantha first; we may delay to oral or topical treatment.
- Recent ablative laser or peel (under 7 days). Let the barrier recover before extraction.
- Patients expecting permanent results from one session. Facials are maintenance, not transformation.
How the Rejuran Glow White Booster add-on combines microneedling with growth-factor serum
- Step 1, 5 min
Skin assessment + protocol match
Esther reviews your skin, recent products, any active flares. Confirms ProLite vs ProFacial vs ProAcne and which serum (Lift / Glow / Bright) suits the visit.
- Step 2, 5 min
Cleanse + preparation
Standard cleanser + skin prep using the first cleanse head. Removes surface oils and product residue before the deeper steps.
- Step 3, 10-15 min
Multi-step extraction
The vacuum cleanse heads sweep across the T-zone, cheeks, and chin. Comedones lift via the suction. Standard across ProLite and ProFacial.
- Step 4, 10 min
Serum infusion (ProFacial only)
The infusion head delivers the Lift / Glow / Bright serum into the freshly cleansed skin. ProLite skips this step.
- Step 5, 5 min
Cool down + aftercare brief
Cool compress, sunscreen application, brief on the next 24 hours. Most patients return to work or events the same day with minimal redness.
Medical facial treatment sessions, pacing, and review windows
Typical cadence per protocol
| Protocol | Typical sessions | Interval | Typical review window |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProLite (maintenance) | Ongoing | Monthly | Reassess every 3 months |
| ProFacial Lift / Glow / Bright | 1 per cycle | Monthly or 6-weekly | Review around 4 weeks |
| ProAcne (active acne) | 3 to 6 | Every 2 to 3 weeks initially | Reassess monthly once flare settles |
| ProFacial Back | Ongoing | Monthly | Reassess at 4 to 6 weeks |
| Polynucleotide booster add-on (separate page) | 3-session course | Monthly | See Rejuran Healer page for protocol details |
Cadence is matched to skin response. Individual results vary.
Side effects and recovery for a medical facial
Worth knowing
Common (most patients)
- Mild redness for 30 to 60 minutes post-session, especially around the cheek and chin extraction zones.
- Skin feels tighter and cleaner for the rest of the day. Most patients reapply moisturiser that evening.
- Small bumps may appear 24 to 48 hours post-extraction as deeper comedones surface. Usually settle within 3 to 4 days.
Take care
Less common
- Localised tenderness at heavily extracted zones for 24 hours.
- Mild dryness if you used active retinoids in the preceding week.
- Post-extraction redness lasting beyond 24 hours. Escalate to Dr Samantha if it persists past day 3.
Medical facial treatment pricing in Singapore
Medical facial treatment pricing in Singapore typically sits in the SGD 180 to SGD 400 per session range, depending on the protocol and add-on actives. Current per-session pricing at Nexus is shown in the treatment menu above. Medical facial treatments are not Medisave-claimable in Singapore.
Aftercare for a medical facial session
- Day 0
Skip actives + protect
No retinoids, no AHA / BHA, no vitamin C serum for 24 hours. Sunscreen on if you're heading outside. Most patients can wear makeup the same evening if needed.
- Day 1 to 3
Barrier + hydration
Hyaluronic acid + ceramide moisturiser twice daily. Avoid hot showers and direct sun for the first 48 hours. Drink more water than usual.
- Day 4+
Resume normal routine
Reintroduce actives gradually, lower frequency than usual for the first week. Schedule the next session based on the cadence Esther recommends.
Esther sends a brief aftercare summary via WhatsApp post-session.
Why medical facials sit in Dr Samantha's monthly maintenance protocol
- Doctor-on-premises: if the skin assessment surfaces something beyond a facial (active acne, pigmentation, structural concern), Dr Samantha is on-site to consult in the same visit.
- Consistent device + trained staff: Yumi and Esther deliver every session on the same multi-step machine. No brand swapping, no calibration drift between visits.
- Protocol-matched, not template-named: the protocol is selected at consultation based on skin, not a fixed brand template. Active acne patients don't end up booked into a glow protocol.
- Polynucleotide brightening add-on available at the same visit for patients who want both the facial cleanse and a separate surface-glow booster, without booking a second appointment.
- Same-day return: minimal redness. Most patients return to work or events the same day.
Common questions before booking
Nexus runs clinical-grade ProLite and ProFacial protocols on a multi-step machine with vacuum extraction and serum infusion. Your facial treatment is matched to ProLite or ProFacial based on what your skin actually needs at the assessment.
The mechanism is similar: multi-step facial with vacuum + infusion. The brand and the specific consumables are different. Pricing is comparable. The clinical decision-making at Nexus is based on skin assessment rather than a fixed brand template.
Neither. They are different products built around a similar mechanism. Dr Samantha's protocol preference is to run the Nexus menu off one machine and one consumable family because the staff are trained on it and the calibration stays consistent. That is a protocol preference, not a regulatory or safety statement.
Esther matches the protocol at the start of the session based on a skin assessment. ProLite for maintenance, ProFacial for serum-infusion benefit (event prep, seasonal refresh), ProAcne for active mild-to-moderate acne. The price difference between ProLite and ProFacial reflects the extra infusion step, not a different machine.
All three are ProFacial protocols at SGD 280. The serum infused at step 4 differs: Lift targets firmness and lift-feel, Glow targets surface radiance, Bright targets tone evenness. The cleanse and extraction steps are identical across all three.
Often yes. A common combination is ProFacial followed by the Rejuran Glow White Booster (microneedled at the same visit). Some patients combine a ProLite with a Pico Toning session on the same day. Esther will sequence the steps based on what your skin is responding to.
Monthly for ProLite and ProFacial. Every 2-3 weeks during an active acne flare for ProAcne, dropping to monthly once the flare settles. The Rejuran Glow White Booster runs as a 3-session monthly course followed by 2-3 month maintenance.
Most patients have no real downtime. Mild redness for 30-60 minutes post-session is normal, especially around extracted areas. Small bumps may surface 24-48 hours after a deep extraction visit, settling within 3-4 days. Makeup can be reapplied the same evening.
You'll see and feel a fresher, smoother surface the same day. Pore congestion looks visibly reduced. The result is short-lasting freshness rather than permanent change, so expect maintenance, not transformation.
Medical facials are maintenance, not transformation. Patients who want longer-lasting tone, texture, or pigment results are typically routed to Pico Laser, microneedling RF, or skin booster pathways. Dr Samantha will surface this at consultation if your goal is structural rather than maintenance.
YOUR CONSULTATION
One assessment with Dr Samantha.
Twenty minutes with Dr Samantha. Consultation SGD 80, fully credited toward any treatment that follows.
111 Somerset Road, #03-19, TripleOne Somerset, Singapore 238164
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