Acne scarring occurs when breakouts damage the deeper layers of skin, disrupting the normal healing process. Instead of smooth new tissue, the skin may produce too little or too much collagen, creating indentations, raised areas, or pigmentation changes.

Common Types of Acne Scars

• Atrophic scars – Depressions in the skin caused by collagen loss (ice pick, boxcar, or rolling scars).
  
• Hypertrophic scars – Raised, firm scars from excess collagen production.
  
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) – Dark marks left after acne clears, more common in medium-to-dark skin tones.
  

Common Causes

• Inflammatory acne – Large, painful pimples or cysts that damage skin tissue.
  
• Delayed treatment – Prolonged inflammation increases the risk of permanent marks.
  
• Skin picking – Interrupts healing and increases scarring risk.
  
• Genetics – Some skin types are more prone to scarring.
  

Common Signs You May Notice

• Visible pits or depressions on the skin surface.
• Raised, firm areas where past acne has healed.
• Persistent dark spots long after breakouts fade.
• Uneven texture that’s noticeable in certain lighting.
  

What Can Be Done?

At Face Foundry, we use a combination of treatments designed to remodel scar tissue, stimulate collagen production, and improve skin texture and tone:

• Secret RF – Combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to target deep scar tissue while boosting collagen regeneration.
• Skin Needling (Dermapen 4) – Creates controlled micro-injuries to break down scar tissue and encourage smoother skin.
• Advanced Skin Peels – Helps resurface and even out the skin, especially for post-inflammatory pigmentation.
  

Your treatment plan will be tailored to your scar type, skin tone, and downtime preferences for maximum results.