Acne & Acne Scar Treatment

An Overview

For the best acne scar removal, make sure to ask a skin care clinic about the following treatments:

Chemical Peel

Collagen Injections

Microdermabrasion

Thermage

Acne scarring is generally caused by more severe cases of acne. Nodules under the skin—painful lumps or puss-filled cysts—are generally what create the worst cases of acne scars. These nodules are more likely to scar than other types of acne.

Most acne breakouts leave a red mark or hyperpigmented area on the skin after healing. This is normal, and the redness typically fades away after 6-12 months as the skin fully heals. If any traces of your acne scars are present after one year; however, it is considered a permanent acne scar.

Fortunately, there are a number of ways to treat acne scarring, depending on the type and severity of your condition. You should begin by meeting with a skin care specialist, preferably during the active stages of your acne. A reputable provider (i.e. a dermatologist or licensed skin care provider) should be able to recommend a proven acne scar treatment that's right for you.

Although severe acne scarring can be difficult to treat, you do have options. The best thing you can do for yourself and your skin is to meet with a specialist in your area for a consultation. He or she will analyze your skin to determine which treatment will be most effective for treating your acne scars.

How Long Does this Procedure Take?

Microdermabrasion usually takes about 30 minutes to perform, while laser peels, fractional skin resurfacing, and chemical peels can take up to an hour.

Acne & Acne Scar Treatment Side Effects:

With microdermabrasion, side effects are usually mild or non-existant, but can include itching, redness or peeling of the skin. If the problem persists, you'll want to consult your provider as your skin may be too sensitive for microdermabrasion treatments.

Laser peels, chemical peels, and fractional resurfacing for acne scars can cause more severe redness, peeling, and in some cases, light to moderate blistering. Before treatment, your skincare professional will let you know exactly what to expect.

Length of Acne & Acne Scar Treatment Results:

Acne scar removal treatments are quite effective; however, you won't notice immediate results with one treatment. Depending on the severity of your scarring you could need up to 8 treatments and usually at least 3 to see noticeable results.

Acne & Acne Scar Treatment Recovery Time:

Strong chemical peels (like a phenol peel, for instance) and laser skin resurfacing can cause redness and in some cases, blistering before healing. Your recovery time will really depend on how sensitive your skin is to treatment. In the worst cases, your face could take up to a week or longer for blistering to heal. Your provider will let you know how to take care of your skin after treatment and when you can resume your makeup routine.

Typical Minimum Cost:

The cost of acne scar treatments will depend on the treatment method.

Medical spa treatments generally start at $75, up to $450 dollars a treatment. At most laser clinics and medical spas, microdermabrasion is cheapest treatment for acne scars, while the more expensive treatments are laser peels, advanced chemical peels, and fractional resurfacing or Fraxel® for acne scars.

Typical Maximum Cost:

$450 per treatment

Will I feel pain or discomfort after treatment?

Pain is very rare after a treatment for acne scarring. Any discomfort usually results from laser skin resurfacing or chemical peels and usually includes stinging or burning. Your provider will inform you of how to deal with the discomfort and may also prescribe or recommend a soothing topical solution.

Acne & Acne Scar Treatment can be Combined with:

• Photofacial


• BOTOX Cosmetic®


• Restylane


• Dermal Fillers

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