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Conditions We Treat

Acne Scarring

Often after vicious acne breakout cycles, many leave behind darker scarring on your face and visible body parts that linger for an extended period of time.

Understanding acne scarring

Acne scarring is one of the most common skin concerns we treat. When severe acne breakouts damage the deeper layers of the skin, the body's healing response can produce too much or too little collagen, resulting in raised or depressed scars that remain long after the acne itself has cleared.

These scars can appear as pitted depressions (ice pick, boxcar, or rolling scars), raised keloid-like formations, or areas of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that darken the skin. They commonly affect the face, chest, shoulders, and back.

Beyond the physical marks, acne scarring can have a real impact on self-confidence and emotional well-being. Many people spend years trying over-the-counter products with minimal improvement, unaware that medical-grade treatments can dramatically reduce scarring and restore smoother, more even skin.

How We Treat It

Recommended treatments

VI Peel Purify w/ Precision+

A medical-grade chemical peel specifically formulated for acne scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. The VI Peel Purify w/ Precision+ penetrates the deeper layers of skin to break down scar tissue and stimulate new collagen production, resulting in smoother texture and more even skin tone with minimal downtime.

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RF Microneedling

Combines the collagen-stimulating benefits of microneedling with radiofrequency energy that heats the deeper layers of skin. This dual-action approach remodels scar tissue from the inside out, dramatically improving the appearance of pitted and textured acne scars over a series of sessions.

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Fractional Laser

Creates thousands of microscopic treatment zones in the skin, triggering the body's natural healing response while leaving surrounding tissue intact. This promotes rapid collagen remodeling and skin resurfacing, effectively smoothing out both shallow and moderate acne scars.

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CO2 Laser

The gold standard for aggressive acne scarring. Fractional CO2 laser precisely ablates damaged skin and stimulates intensive collagen regeneration. Many patients see dramatic improvement in as few as one to three sessions, with results that continue to improve over months as new collagen forms.

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Our Approach

At Skin Laser & Med Spa, we focus on what conditions you are facing, and then recommend the best treatment options. We always provide one cost effective & affordable solution, one quick solution, and one long term solution.

Results

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Acne Scarring

What types of acne scars are there?

Acne scars can appear as pitted depressions (ice pick, boxcar, or rolling scars), raised keloid-like formations, or areas of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that darken the skin. They commonly affect the face, chest, shoulders, and back.

What is the best treatment for acne scars?

The best treatment depends on scar severity. CO2 laser is the gold standard for aggressive acne scarring. RF microneedling remodels scar tissue from the inside out with radiofrequency energy. Fractional laser promotes rapid collagen remodeling for shallow to moderate scars. VI Peel Purify with Precision+ is a medical-grade chemical peel for scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

How many treatments are needed for acne scar reduction?

Many patients see dramatic improvement in as few as one to three sessions with CO2 laser. RF microneedling and fractional laser typically require 3 to 5 sessions. Your provider will recommend a treatment plan based on your specific scar type and severity during a free consultation.

Can acne scars be completely removed?

Medical-grade treatments can dramatically reduce scarring and restore smoother, more even skin. When severe acne breakouts damage the deeper layers of the skin, the body's healing response can produce too much or too little collagen. Our treatments stimulate new collagen production to remodel scar tissue and improve skin texture.

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Location

Optima Signature Building

220 E Illinois St, Suite 703

Chicago, IL 60611

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Hours

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Tuesday10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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