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Acne Scars & Texture
Acne scars and rough texture can last years after the breakouts stop. We use the Aerolase Neo laser over a series of sessions to help skin look smoother, alongside a good home routine.
Usually 6 to 8 sessions, all skin types, little to no downtime. Photos courtesy of Aerolase. Results vary.
How it works
Generally, each session takes 20 to 30 minutes. The laser never touches your skin, so there is no gel and most people don’t need numbing. Afterward, most people go straight back to their day.
Sessions are spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart. Texture improves gradually and keeps improving for a few weeks after your last visit.
Keeping breakouts under control matters, since new acne can mean new scars.
Questions
Can scars be removed completely?
Usually not. The realistic goal is smoother, less noticeable scarring.
Which scars respond best?
It depends on the type. Pitted, raised and discolored scars each respond differently, and we’ll look at yours at the consultation.
Can it treat active acne too?
Yes. The Aerolase Neo is FDA-cleared for acne, and we’ll plan timing if you have both.
Should I keep using my retinoid?
Usually, yes. Retinoids often help between sessions, and your provider will tell you how to time them.
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Important information. Individual results vary.
These photographs show actual patients who gave written authorization to use their images. These results reflect individual outcomes, so they do not guarantee or predict any particular result for anyone else. In addition, clinical outcomes depend on several factors, including skin condition, treatment adherence, individual response, and ongoing care. No treatment is risk-free, so your provider will review the potential benefits, side effects, and any treatment-specific risks with you in detail during your complimentary consultation.
Licensed providers perform Skin R&R treatments under appropriate medical supervision. You can also ask for provider credentials, which are available at each location. The Aerolase Neo® is an FDA-cleared 650-microsecond 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser. Cleared indications include the treatment of acne and benign pigmented and vascular lesions on Fitzpatrick skin types I-VI. Use for the condition discussed on this page may extend beyond cleared indications; specifics, including realistic expectations, potential benefits, and any known limitations, will be reviewed in detail during your complimentary consultation. Some patients pictured may have received complimentary or reduced-cost treatment in exchange for the use of their photographs.
Photos courtesy of Aerolase® where indicated and used with permission. © Skin R&R. Not medical advice. For medical concerns, consult a qualified provider.