Acne Scars
Smooth lingering acne scars with medical-grade treatments in Brickell.
About Acne Scars
Acne scars — whether ice pick, boxcar, rolling, or hypertrophic — can persist long after breakouts clear. At Miami Skin Spa we use microneedling, chemical peels, and laser resurfacing to stimulate collagen and even skin texture.
Acne scars form when a breakout damages the deeper layers of the skin and the healing process leaves behind uneven texture or pigmentation. The right treatment depends on scar type: atrophic scars (depressed) respond well to collagen-stimulating treatments like microneedling or RF microneedling, while hyperpigmented post-acne marks respond to peels and lasers that target pigment. Our providers assess your skin at a consultation and build a combination plan — typically 3–6 sessions — tailored to your scar type and tone.
What causes it.
- Severe or cystic acne breakouts
- Picking or squeezing active pimples
- Delayed or inadequate acne treatment
- Genetic predisposition to scarring
- Hormonal factors that drive persistent acne
Treatments for acne scars.
Recommended treatments matched to acne scars — your provider builds a combined plan at your consultation.
SkinPen Microneedling
Morpheus8
VI Chemical Peels
Lasers for Face
Lifestyle & at-home tips.
- Wear SPF 30+ every day — UV darkens post-acne marks and slows healing
- Use retinoids nightly (prescription or OTC) to accelerate cell turnover
- Avoid picking or manipulating active breakouts
- Give each treatment 4–6 weeks to show results before layering
A plan built for
acne scars.
Frequently asked questions.
Most patients see meaningful improvement after 3–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, with continued remodeling over 6–12 months.
Significant improvement is realistic — smooth, even-looking skin — but complete removal of deep scars is uncommon without a combined approach.
We determine this at your consultation. Atrophic scars respond to microneedling and lasers; pigmented marks respond to peels and IPL.