Acne scars form when breakouts penetrate deeply, damaging the skin beneath the surface and leaving marks that don’t go away. Even if you have managed your breakouts, you may still want targeted treatments to address scarring. At Cosmetic Solutions Laser & Skin Care Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, we offer SkinPen® microneedling to reduce acne scars, encouraging smoother, healthier skin over time.
SkinPen microneedling is a minimally invasive treatment that uses fine, controlled needles to create small microchannels in the skin. SkinPen offers a precise, uniform treatment to help stimulate the skin’s natural renewal processes. This leads to exfoliation of the skin’s surface and an increase in collagen and elastin production.
SkinPen microneedling can help reduce the appearance of acne scars by targeting the deeper layers of the skin where scarring is formed. By prompting new collagen production to help make up for the lack of collagen in certain types of acne scars, the treatment can gradually improve the skin’s texture and reduce the visibility of pitted scars. This helps patients achieve smoother skin over time while also promoting healthier skin that is less prone to future breakouts.
In addition to acne scars, SkinPen is effective for treating a range of other skin concerns, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. By enhancing the skin’s natural renewal process, it can help minimize signs of aging and improve skin firmness. SkinPen is suitable for various areas, including the face, neck, and décolletage.
During your SkinPen microneedling treatment, you may feel a slight tingling or prickling sensation as the device moves over your skin. We’ll apply a topical numbing agent beforehand to enhance comfort, making the process more tolerable. SkinPen microneedling can feel like sandpaper brushing across the skin.
After the treatment, it’s normal to have skin that is slightly pink, like a mild sunburn, for a day or two. We’ll guide you through aftercare, which includes avoiding sun exposure, using gentle cleansers, and applying a moisturizer as your skin heals.
Our top-quality clinicians are here to give you a fresh new look. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!