Do you have
acne scarring?
Acne scars can linger long after breakouts have cleared, leaving uneven texture and tone that affect how light reflects on the skin. At REAL, we use advanced resurfacing and regenerative treatments to smooth, restore, and renew—so your skin tells a new story.
What is
acne scarring?
Acne scarring refers to permanent changes in the skin’s texture or pigmentation caused by past acne lesions. These scars can be shallow or deep, raised or depressed, and may appear as pitted marks, rolling depressions, or discolored patches. They form when the skin’s healing process is disrupted by inflammation, collagen breakdown, or excess tissue formation during an acne flare.
What causes acne scarring?
Inflammatory acne
Cystic or nodular acne causes significant inflammation deep within the skin, damaging the surrounding tissue and leading to long-term changes in texture.
Delayed or improper treatment
Acne that is left untreated or improperly treated is more likely to leave scars, especially when breakouts are severe or prolonged.
Picking or squeezing blemishes
Manually extracting pimples can cause trauma to the skin, disrupt healing, and increase the likelihood of scarring and post-inflammatory pigmentation.
Our Recommended Treatment Options
for acne scarring
Frequently Asked Questions
About Acne Scarring
Can acne scars fade on their own?
Some mild discoloration may fade over time, but true textural changes usually require professional treatments to significantly improve.
Are all acne scars the same?
No. Acne scars vary in depth, shape, and color—common types include ice pick, rolling, and boxcar scars, each requiring different treatment strategies.
Is it possible to remove scars completely?
While complete removal isn’t always possible, the right treatments can dramatically reduce their visibility and improve skin smoothness.
Do acne scars get worse with age?
They can appear more pronounced as skin loses collagen over time, which is why early intervention is beneficial.
Can makeup cover acne scars?
Makeup can help camouflage discoloration, but it cannot correct changes in texture—those require targeted resurfacing treatments.
How can the JOULE X laser improve acne scarring?
JOULE X uses multiple world-class technologies to smooth and repair scarred skin. ProFractional stimulates deep collagen to soften acne scars, Contour TRL resurfaces more severe texture, HALO refines tone and clarity with minimal downtime, and BBL improves redness and overall skin health. Together, they deliver powerful, precise resurfacing for noticeably smoother skin.
