What is Acne/Scar Treatment?
Understanding Acne: Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to the formation of pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. It can affect people of all ages, from adolescents to adults, and is often influenced by factors such as hormones, genetics, and lifestyle habits. While facial acne is most common, acne frequently appears on the back (often referred to as "bacne"), chest, and shoulders as well.
Common Symptoms of Acne
- Pimples: Small, red bumps on the skin that may be tender or painful to the touch.
- Blackheads: Open pores filled with oil and dead skin cells, resulting in a dark appearance.
- Whiteheads: Closed pores filled with oil and dead skin cells, resulting in a white or flesh-colored bump.
- Inflammatory Lesions: Larger, swollen pimples that may be filled with pus and cause more significant inflammation and discomfort.
Treatment Approaches for Skin Acne
At Ojas Skin Care Clinic, we offer a variety of treatment options to address acne and help you achieve clearer, healthier skin.
Our Approach
At Ojas Skin Care Clinic, our experienced dermatologists and skincare specialists are committed to providing you with personalized acne and scar treatment options tailored to your unique needs. We understand the impact that acne and scars can have on your confidence and self-esteem, and we are here to support you on your journey to clearer, smoother skin. Schedule a consultation with us today to learn more about our acne and scar treatment approach and take the first step towards achieving your skincare goals.
Advanced Acne & Scar Solutions
Our clinic combines evidence-based therapies to treat active acne and improve the appearance of acne scars. Depending on your skin type and scar depth, we may recommend a combination of:
- Topical & oral medications: To control bacteria, reduce inflammation, and normalize shedding of skin cells.
- Chemical peels: Using salicylic acid, glycolic acid or TCA to exfoliate and unclog pores.
- Microneedling (Derma Pen): Stimulates collagen to fill in atrophic scars.
- Laser resurfacing: Fractional CO₂ or erbium lasers for deeper scar remodelling.
- Subcision & punch excision: For rolling or ice-pick scars.
- PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma): Often combined with microneedling to accelerate healing.
We tailor each session to your tolerance and desired outcome, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficacy.
Frequently asked questions
While most acne scars can be significantly improved (up to 60 – 70% fading), complete removal is not always possible. However, with combination treatments like lasers, microneedling, and subcision, we can achieve smooth, even skin texture that greatly boosts confidence.
Most patients notice a reduction in active breakouts within 4–6 weeks of starting treatment. Scar revision requires more time – collagen remodelling takes 3–6 months, so optimal results appear after a few sessions.
Most procedures are well tolerated. We use topical anesthetics, cooling devices, or numbing creams to ensure comfort. You may feel a slight pricking or warmth, but downtime is minimal.
Acne is a chronic condition; maintenance therapy (like topical retinoids or periodic peels) is often recommended. Our dermatologists create a long-term skincare plan to keep breakouts at bay.
We generally advise avoiding makeup for 24–48 hours after procedures like peels or microneedling. Mineral makeup may be allowed after 24h – we’ll give you detailed aftercare instructions.