Microneedling for Acne Scars?

Acne scars can be stubborn, acne breakouts leaving behind textured skin long after they have healed.

Many look for treatments to improve the appearance and microneedling has emerged as one of the most effective solutions for improving acne scars and restoring a smoother complexion.

In this blog, we’ll explore:
✔ What microneedling is and how it actually works
✔ Its benefits for acne scars
✔ What to expect during and after treatment

What Is Microneedling?

Microneedling, is a minimally invasive procedure that uses fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. These micro-injuries stimulate natural healing process of the skin and hence boosting collagen and elastin production which help to repair scar tissue and improve skin texture.

How Does It Help Acne Scars?

Microneedling helps in the way of:
✅ Stimulating collagen production to fill in depressed scars
✅ Improving skin texture by promoting cell turnover
✅ Reducing discoloration from post-acne marks
✅ Enhancing product absorption when combined with serums (like hyaluronic acids, peptides etc)

Steps of Procedure

1. Cleansing & Numbing – Your skin is cleaned, and a topical numbing cream is applied for comfort.
2. Microneedling – A dermaroller or pen-like device glides over the skin, creating controlled micro-channels.
3. Serum Application – Healing serums are applied to maximize results.
4. Downtime & Recovery – Redness and mild swelling last 1-3 days; full healing takes about a week.

How Many Sessions Are Needed?

Most people need 3-6 sessions, spaced 4-6 weeks apart, for optimal results.

Deeper scars may require more treatments or combination therapies (like subcision, RF microneedling or PRP/polynucleotide).

Aftercare Tips

• Avoid excessive sun exposure (use SPF 30+ daily)
• No makeup for the first 24 hours
• Use gentle, hydrating skincare (avoid acids/retinols for a few days)

Microneedling is a safe, effective, and versatile treatment for acne scars, especially for those with indented or textured scars. While it requires multiple sessions, the long-term collagen remodeling leads to natural, lasting improvements in skin smoothness and tone.