Acne scars are lasting reminders of past breakouts — but they don't have to be permanent. Whether you have shallow discoloration or deeper textural scars, professional treatments can significantly improve your skin's appearance. At PureDerm, we assess your scar type and create a targeted plan to restore smooth, even skin.
Acne scars form when breakouts penetrate deep into the skin and damage the tissue beneath. The body produces collagen to repair the wound — too much collagen creates raised scars, too little creates depressed scars. Picking or squeezing acne dramatically increases scarring risk. Inflammatory acne (cysts, nodules) is most likely to leave scars.
Ice-pick scars (small, deep holes), boxcar scars (broad depressions with sharp edges), rolling scars (wave-like undulations), post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark spots), and post-inflammatory erythema (lingering redness). Scars may appear red, brown, or purple depending on skin tone.
While most scars can be significantly improved (50-80% reduction in appearance), complete removal depends on scar type and depth. Shallow discoloration responds best to treatment. Deeper scars can be noticeably softened but may not disappear entirely.
A typical treatment series is 4-6 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart, depending on scar severity. Many clients see noticeable improvement after just 2-3 sessions.
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