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Acne scars can be a persistent reminder of past breakouts, and they can significantly affect your confidence and self-esteem. Whether you’re dealing with pitted scars, dark spots, or textural irregularities, we understand how frustrating acne scarring can be. At Freyja Medical, we offer a solution that not only targets acne scars but also revitalises your skin for a smoother, more radiant complexion.
What Are Acne Scars?
Acne scars are the result of the body’s response to inflammation caused by acne. When the skin becomes inflamed due to clogged pores, bacteria, or oil buildup, it can damage the skin’s deeper layers. As the skin heals, collagen is produced, but an uneven or excessive amount can lead to scarring. These scars can vary in appearance – some are raised, while others may be sunken or hyperpigmented.
No matter the type, acne scars can be stubborn and resistant to over-the-counter treatments, which is why professional treatment can be so beneficial.
To learn more about what causes acne and how to treat it click here.
Types of Acne Scarring
There are several types of acne scars, each with distinct characteristics. These include:
- Icepick Scars: Deep, narrow scars that resemble a small puncture or hole in the skin.
- Rolling Scars: Wavy, uneven scars that give the skin a rolling or undulating appearance.
- Boxcar Scars: Broad, shallow scars with sharp edges, often resulting from a loss of collagen.
- Hypertrophic Scars: Raised scars that form when the skin produces excess collagen during the healing process.
- Keloid Scars: Thick, raised scars that extend beyond the boundaries of the original acne lesion.
Why Acne Scars Can Be So Hard to Treat
Acne scars are notoriously difficult to treat because they form in the deeper layers of the skin, where over-the-counter treatments can’t reach. During an active acne breakout, the skin undergoes significant inflammation. This inflammatory response damages the skin’s collagen structure, which is crucial for maintaining smooth, even skin. When the healing process begins, the body produces collagen to repair the damaged skin, but sometimes it produces either too much or too little, leading to either raised scars (hypertrophic or keloid) or indented scars (ice pick or boxcar).
The Healing Process and Why Scar Formation Occurs
When a breakout occurs, your body activates an inflammatory response to fight off the bacteria and help heal the skin. However, when inflammation is excessive, it can disrupt the natural collagen production process, leading to scarring. If the collagen production is insufficient, you may end up with pitted or indented scars. Alternatively, if the body produces too much collagen, you may end up with raised scars.
This imbalance in collagen production is one of the key reasons why scars are so persistent – once collagen is misdirected or poorly distributed, it’s challenging for the skin to return to its original state without targeted treatments.
Our Comprehensive Acne Scars Treatment
It’s a common misconception that acne scars simply fade over time, but they often require professional treatment to improve properly. Advanced options like microneedling and corrective skin peels are ideal for targeting scars, boosting collagen, and smoothing the skin. That’s why we’ve developed our Acne Scars Treatment package at Freyja Medical — combining these two proven treatments to help restore a clearer, more even complexion.
Microneedling with PRP
Microneedling is a cutting-edge treatment that uses tiny, fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin’s surface. These injuries stimulate your skin’s natural healing response, promoting collagen and elastin production, which are essential for smooth, youthful-looking skin.
When combined with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a substance derived from your own blood, the healing process can be significantly enhanced. PRP is rich in growth factors that help promote tissue repair and accelerate skin regeneration. This combination works by stimulating collagen production at a deeper level, making it a powerful option for improving the appearance of acne scars.
Benefits for Acne Scarring:
- Reduces the appearance of both shallow and deep acne scars
- Stimulates collagen production, helping to smooth out scar tissue
- Enhances skin texture and elasticity for a more youthful, even complexion
- Safe for all skin types and requires minimal downtime
Corrective Skin Peels
Our corrective skin peels are specifically designed to target acne scarring by exfoliating the top layers of the skin, revealing a brighter and smoother layer beneath. These peels remove dead skin cells and stimulate the regeneration of new, healthier skin, which helps fade dark spots and improve skin texture.
How It Works:
Corrective skin peels use potent active ingredients such as salicylic acid, glycolic acid, or lactic acid to deeply exfoliate the skin, unclog pores, and encourage cell turnover. This process is vital for reducing the appearance of acne scars and preventing future breakouts.
Benefits for Acne Scarring:
- Evens out skin tone by lightening dark spots and hyperpigmentation
- Helps reduce the appearance of shallow scars by stimulating new skin cell growth
- Promotes a clearer, more radiant complexion
- Enhances overall skin texture and smoothness
The Treatment Process
Our Acne Scars Treatment programme is a carefully structured 12-week journey designed to deliver visible, lasting results with minimal disruption to your daily life. Over the course of the programme, you’ll receive six microneedling sessions and six corrective skin peels, alternating every two weeks to give your skin the optimal balance of care and recovery.
One of the key benefits of this programme is the minimal downtime — most clients can return to their usual activities the very next day. While results vary depending on the severity of scarring, many clients notice significant improvements within just a few weeks, with continued progress throughout the 12 weeks. This combination of expert techniques and consistent care helps to smooth texture, fade marks, and rejuvenate your skin effectively.
Acne Scars Treatment Package Cost at Freyja Medial
We’re proud to offer our Acne Scars Treatment package at an exclusive price of just £1,495, which includes six corrective skin peels and six expensive microneedling sessions with on our of expert skin therapists.
If purchased separately, the total cost would be £2,568, with corrective skin peels priced at £149 each and microneedling sessions at £279 each.
By booking our package, you save £1,073—a significant discount that makes this advanced treatment more accessible to those seeking to improve their skin’s appearance.
How to Book Your Consultation
Are you ready to take the next step towards clearer, smoother skin? At Freyja Medical, we are here to guide you through every step of your acne scars treatment journey. Book your free skincare consultation to discuss your concerns, create a personalised treatment plan, and get professional advice on the best course of action for your skin.
You can book your free skincare consultation online by clicking here, or contact us directly:
☎️ 01978 799688
Start your journey to clearer skin today with trusted advice and tailored care.