Rated 4.8/5 by 3,000+ patients
Expert acne care, online.
A personalized treatment plan from a board-certified dermatologist — no referral, no waitlist, no waiting room.
No referral needed
Plan delivered in 7 days
$79 per consultation
Care built around your skin, not everyone else's.
How it works.
Tell us about your skin.
A short questionnaire and a few photos — that's everything your dermatologist needs to get started.
Get your diagnosis.
A board-certified dermatologist reviews your case and builds a personalized treatment plan — usually within 7 days.
Start your treatment.
Your prescription goes straight to your preferred pharmacy. Pair it with a Revoderm skincare routine to support your prescription.
What's included.
A real dermatologist reviews your case.
Board-certified. Not a nurse practitioner, not an AI quiz.
A personalized treatment plan.
Prescriptions sent straight to your pharmacy — usually within 7 days.
Medical-grade skincare pairing.
A daily Revoderm routine designed to work alongside your prescription.
Follow-up support.
Questions after your plan arrives? Message our care team within 5 days through secure chat.
Prescription-strength treatment — matched to your skin.
Your dermatologist may prescribe one or more of the following, based on your consultation.
Revoderm Skincare
Medical-grade daily routine to support your prescription.
Tretinoin
Clears pores, speeds cell turnover, and prevents new breakouts before they form.
Spironolactone
Oral medication for hormonal breakouts that don't respond to topicals.
Clindamycin
Topical antibiotic that reduces acne-causing bacteria on the skin's surface.
Oral Antibiotics
Prescribed for moderate-to-severe inflammatory acne.
Isotretinoin (Accutane)
Reserved for severe or treatment-resistant acne when other options haven't worked.
See what's possible.
Real patients, real results.
felt and saw visibly plumped skin
noticed an improvement in skin texture
reported less visible fine lines
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A daily routine, developed by dermatologists.
Revoderm is our Canadian, medical-grade skincare line — clinically tested to work alongside your prescription.
The proof is in the skin.
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Love the convenience of seeing a dermatologist. I have the confidence of knowing the person who is caring for my skin is doing so using scientific, proven methodologies. Could not be happier with this service.
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"I cannot recommend this telemedicine service enough! Dr. Ken provided helpful, prompt and affordable medical advice during this challenging time. Thanks to his help, I was able to control the uncontrollable. There have been major improvements following each consultation. These services have been a blessing!"
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"Just an awesome experience! Got the prescription and (redacted) woke up this morning, so excited, her redness was significantly lighter and less swelling in the larger pimples. Thank you so much. Day one went so well!"
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Love the convenience of seeing a dermatologist. I have the confidence of knowing the person who is caring for my skin is doing so using scientific, proven methodologies. Could not be happier with this service.
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"I cannot recommend this telemedicine service enough! Dr. Ken provided helpful, prompt and affordable medical advice during this challenging time. Thanks to his help, I was able to control the uncontrollable. There have been major improvements following each consultation. These services have been a blessing!"
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"Just an awesome experience! Got the prescription and (redacted) woke up this morning, so excited, her redness was significantly lighter and less swelling in the larger pimples. Thank you so much. Day one went so well!"
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Love the convenience of seeing a dermatologist. I have the confidence of knowing the person who is caring for my skin is doing so using scientific, proven methodologies. Could not be happier with this service.
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"I cannot recommend this telemedicine service enough! Dr. Ken provided helpful, prompt and affordable medical advice during this challenging time. Thanks to his help, I was able to control the uncontrollable. There have been major improvements following each consultation. These services have been a blessing!"
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"Just an awesome experience! Got the prescription and (redacted) woke up this morning, so excited, her redness was significantly lighter and less swelling in the larger pimples. Thank you so much. Day one went so well!"
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Love the convenience of seeing a dermatologist. I have the confidence of knowing the person who is caring for my skin is doing so using scientific, proven methodologies. Could not be happier with this service.
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"I cannot recommend this telemedicine service enough! Dr. Ken provided helpful, prompt and affordable medical advice during this challenging time. Thanks to his help, I was able to control the uncontrollable. There have been major improvements following each consultation. These services have been a blessing!"
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"Just an awesome experience! Got the prescription and (redacted) woke up this morning, so excited, her redness was significantly lighter and less swelling in the larger pimples. Thank you so much. Day one went so well!"
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Love the convenience of seeing a dermatologist. I have the confidence of knowing the person who is caring for my skin is doing so using scientific, proven methodologies. Could not be happier with this service.
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"I cannot recommend this telemedicine service enough! Dr. Ken provided helpful, prompt and affordable medical advice during this challenging time. Thanks to his help, I was able to control the uncontrollable. There have been major improvements following each consultation. These services have been a blessing!"
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"Just an awesome experience! Got the prescription and (redacted) woke up this morning, so excited, her redness was significantly lighter and less swelling in the larger pimples. Thank you so much. Day one went so well!"
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Love the convenience of seeing a dermatologist. I have the confidence of knowing the person who is caring for my skin is doing so using scientific, proven methodologies. Could not be happier with this service.
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"I cannot recommend this telemedicine service enough! Dr. Ken provided helpful, prompt and affordable medical advice during this challenging time. Thanks to his help, I was able to control the uncontrollable. There have been major improvements following each consultation. These services have been a blessing!"
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"Just an awesome experience! Got the prescription and (redacted) woke up this morning, so excited, her redness was significantly lighter and less swelling in the larger pimples. Thank you so much. Day one went so well!"
Not all acne treatment is created equal.
Stop cycling through drugstore products. A board-certified dermatologist can diagnose your acne and prescribe the right treatment — so you see results, not more guesswork.
Acne.ca
Walk-in Clinic
Drugstore Products
Who treats you
Board-certified dermatologist
GP / family doctor
You do
Treatment type
Prescription medications + medical-grade skincare
Generic prescription
Over-the-counter only
Personalized plan
Tailored to your skin
Rarely
One size fits all
Wait time
<7 days
Weeks to months
Available now
Follow-up care
Included
Requires new appointment
Cost
$79
Covered but limited
$20-100+ (trial and error)
We treat:
Hormonal Acne
Blackheads & Whiteheads
Back & Body Acne
Cystic Acne
Acne Scarring
Teen Acne
Meet Dr. Ken Alanen
M.D., F.R.C.P.(C)
Dr. Ken Alanen is Canada's only triple-certified surgical dermatologist — board-certified in Dermatology, Skin Cancer Surgery, and Cosmetic Surgery. Based in Calgary with 30+ years treating acne, he founded Acne.ca to give Canadians fast, affordable access to specialist-level care without the months-long wait.
Meet Skin Expert Ildikó Juhasz
Medical Laser Technician | Founder of Revoderm Pharma
With 20,000+ patients treated in person, Ildikó brings decades of clinical experience to every Revoderm product. Her expertise in medical-grade skincare ensures your daily routine works alongside your prescription — not against it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to use Acne.ca?
No. You can sign up and complete your consultation directly — no referral from a family doctor is needed.
Who will be reviewing my case?
A board-certified Canadian dermatologist — not a nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or AI quiz. Your case is reviewed by a specialist with years of experience treating acne.
How much does it cost?
A consultation is $79. Your dermatologist will create a personalized treatment plan including prescriptions and a recommended skincare routine.
How quickly will I receive my treatment plan?
Most patients receive their diagnosis and treatment plan within 7 business days of submitting their consultation.
What types of acne do you treat?
We treat all types including hormonal acne, cystic acne, comedonal acne (blackheads and whiteheads), back and body acne, and acne scarring.
Can you prescribe Accutane (isotretinoin)?
Yes. If your dermatologist determines that isotretinoin is appropriate for your case, it can be prescribed through Acne.ca.
How do I get my prescription?
Your prescription is sent electronically to the Canadian pharmacy of your choice. You pick it up locally just like any other prescription.
What is Revoderm?
Revoderm is our Canadian-made, medical-grade skincare line developed by dermatologists. Your treatment plan will include a recommended daily routine using Revoderm products designed to work alongside your prescription.
What if my treatment isn't working?
You can message our care team within 5 days of receiving your plan through our secure chat. Your dermatologist can adjust your treatment as needed.
Is Acne.ca available across Canada?
Yes. Our service is available to patients in all Canadian provinces and territories.
