Acne affects millions of people, and finding the right treatment can feel overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with active breakouts or lingering scars, modern skin treatments offer real solutions tailored to your skin's needs. At Dermis, we work with you to identify which approach works best for your unique situation.
Understanding Your Acne
Acne develops when pores become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, often worsened by bacteria, hormones, or lifestyle factors. The good news? You don't have to manage it alone, and you have more options than ever before.
Active acne requires a multi-layered approach. Some treatments target the bacteria and inflammation causing breakouts, while others work to prevent future lesions. Once you've cleared active acne, treating acne scars becomes the focus—a separate process that deserves its own strategy.
Understanding whether you're dealing with active acne or acne scarring is crucial. Active acne is inflamed, painful, and requires treatments that kill bacteria and calm inflammation. Scars are the aftermath—depressed or textured areas left behind after acne heals. You can't treat both simultaneously; you need to clear active acne first, then address whatever scarring remains. This sequential approach ensures faster results and prevents wasting time and money on the wrong treatment.
Laser Treatments for Active Acne
Laser technology has revolutionized acne management. Unlike topical creams that work only on the surface, lasers penetrate the skin to reduce bacterial growth and calm inflammation at the source.
Carbon Laser Peel
The Carbon Laser Peel uses precise wavelengths to target acne-causing bacteria while gently resurfacing the skin. our team, guides patients through this treatment, which also improves skin texture and tone as it clears breakouts. The Hollywood Spectra technology delivers energy deep into the dermis, breaking the acne cycle without harsh downtime.
Secret RF for Deeper Healing
For more stubborn acne, Secret RF uses radiofrequency energy combined with microneedling to remodel skin from within. This dual-action approach not only eliminates bacteria but also strengthens the skin barrier, reducing future breakout risk. our team, recommends this for clients who've tried other treatments without lasting results.
Addressing Acne Scars
Once active acne clears, many people discover textured or pitted scars. These require a different strategy than active acne treatment.
Microneedling (CIT)
Collagen Induction Therapy uses controlled microneedling to stimulate your skin's natural healing response. As new collagen forms, scars flatten and fade. This treatment works particularly well for rolling scars and can be combined with other modalities for enhanced results.
Chemical Peels for Refining
Chemical Peels work by dissolving the outer layers of scarred skin, encouraging smoother new growth underneath. Depending on peel strength, you can address both active acne and shallow scars in one treatment.
Technology Behind Your Treatment
The Cutera Secret RF combines radiofrequency with fractional microneedling, creating tiny channels in the skin that trigger collagen production. The Quanta YouLaser MT offers versatility for different acne types and skin tones, making personalized treatment possible.
What to Expect
Most laser and radiofrequency treatments require a series of sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart for optimal results. You'll likely see improvement in active breakouts within the first few sessions, with continued scar improvement over months as collagen remodeling occurs.
Downtime varies: some treatments have minimal redness and peeling, while others may involve a few days of visible healing. Your provider will discuss what to expect based on your chosen treatment and skin type.
Skin Texture and Beyond
Beyond addressing acne itself, these treatments improve overall skin quality. Many people notice that after completing acne treatment, their skin not only clears but also becomes smoother, more refined, and more radiant. This is because laser and radiofrequency treatments simultaneously remove damaged skin layers and stimulate collagen production throughout the treated area.
This makes these treatments particularly valuable—they're addressing your immediate acne concern while also improving your skin's long-term health and appearance.
Your Path Forward
The key to clear skin is matching the right treatment to your specific concern. Active acne and acne scars are fundamentally different problems requiring different solutions. Starting with a consultation helps clarify your needs and builds a realistic timeline for results.
Your skin deserves targeted, professional care designed specifically for what you're experiencing. Whether your struggle is active breakouts preventing you from feeling confident, scars left behind from past acne, or both, effective treatment exists.
Book a consultation with Dermis to explore which treatment—or combination of treatments—will work best for your skin.