After acne heals, you may notice lasting dips, uneven texture or raised areas. These changes are different from flat marks of color. Understanding the type of scar is the starting point for a useful treatment conversation.
Understanding acne scars.
Inflammation during acne
How the skin heals
Picking and squeezing
Individual susceptibility
A closer look.
Flat marks can involve color
Scar type guides the discussion
Treatments to discuss.
A procedure to explore for selected depressed acne scars after assessing the scar pattern and how your skin heals.
An RF needling option to discuss for selected cases, with careful attention to the device, provider experience and risks.
Realistic expectations.
Improvement is individual
Progress takes time
Recovery belongs in the plan
You don’t have to choose a treatment on your own.
Will acne scars disappear on their own?
Some color changes fade, but established changes in skin structure often persist. Separate fading marks from lasting indentations when deciding what you would like assessed.
Can I treat scars while I still have breakouts?
Mention active acne before booking. Controlling ongoing breakouts may need to come first, particularly when lesions are inflamed or painful. A dermatologist can guide that part of your care.
Is microneedling suitable for every scar?
No. Selected depressed scars may be considered, while raised scars or deeper patterns can need different approaches. Discuss scar type, healing history and risks before choosing Microneedling.
Is RF microneedling simply a stronger version?
It adds radiofrequency energy and has a different risk profile. Serious complications have been reported. Read about RF Microneedling + LED and discuss the specific device and provider qualifications before considering it.