Microneedling in Skokie, Old Orchard and the North Shore

Microneedling for Acne Scars and Other Scars

Acne scars are indented because collagen was lost when the breakout healed. Microneedling works on exactly that problem: the fine channels trigger new collagen that gradually lifts rolling and boxcar scars. SkinPen is FDA-cleared for improving the appearance of facial acne scars.

Most scar plans use four to six sessions spaced four to six weeks apart, with deeper settings on the scarred areas only. Ice pick scars are narrow and deep, so they may need other treatments alongside, and we will tell you that up front.

Body scars and stretch marks

SkinPen can also treat healed surgical scars, injury scars and stretch marks on the body. Scars should be fully healed first, usually several months after surgery, and your provider will confirm timing. Body areas often need a few more sessions than the face.

Prefer RF microneedling?

For acne scars that need more resurfacing, Venus Viva MD adds radiofrequency energy through tiny pins. Some scar plans alternate it with SkinPen. Ask about Venus Viva MD RF microneedling at your consultation, and see how it compares with SkinPen in our RF microneedling section.

New to microneedling? Our microneedling in Chicago guide explains both devices, recovery day by day and how they compare with chemical peels.