Acne Scar Treatment in San Diego

Smooth Out Acne Scars With a Plan Built for Your Skin

Acne scars can linger long after breakouts clear, showing up as textural dips, uneven tone, or shallow depressions. Solea treats acne scarring with nurse-led microneedling and, where appropriate, dermal filler, to support smoother, more even-looking skin.

About This Condition

Acne scars form when inflamed breakouts damage the deeper layers of skin during healing, either leaving behind depressed, pitted texture (atrophic scarring) or, less commonly, raised scarring. The depth, pattern, and type of acne scarring varies significantly from person to person, which is why an individualized assessment matters more than a generic treatment. Solea works with clients who have mild textural scarring as well as those with more established, deeper acne scars.

What Causes Acne Scarring

  • Inflammatory Acne

    Deeper, more inflamed breakouts are more likely to damage surrounding tissue and leave scarring behind as they heal.

  • Picking or Popping Breakouts

    Manually extracting or picking at active acne increases inflammation and the likelihood of lasting scarring.

  • Delayed Treatment

    The longer inflamed acne goes untreated, the more time it has to damage the surrounding skin structure.

  • Genetics

    Some people are simply more prone to scarring during the healing process, based on how their skin produces collagen.

  • Skin Type & Location

    Scarring tends to be more visible in certain areas, like the cheeks and jawline, where skin is thinner and more prone to visible texture changes.

How We Treat Acne Scarring

Microneedling

Controlled micro-injuries from microneedling stimulate new collagen production, gradually softening the appearance of textural acne scarring over a series of sessions.

Dermal Filler

For deeper, depressed scars, filler can be used to lift and soften the indentation, smoothing the skin's surface.

Your Treatment Visit

01

Consultation first

Kassie assesses your scar type, depth, and skin history before recommending microneedling, filler, or a combination approach.

02

The treatment itself

Microneedling sessions typically take 30-45 minutes with a topical numbing cream; filler for deeper scars is a separate, quick injectable appointment.

03

Timeline & duration

Microneedling results build gradually over a series of sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart; filler results are visible immediately and last several months to over a year depending on the product.

04

Aftercare

Mild redness for 24-48 hours is normal after microneedling; Kassie will walk through specific aftercare for whichever treatment you receive.

Nurse-Led, Personalized Care

RN-owned and operated

Every treatment plan is built and delivered by a registered nurse, not a technician following a script.

Personalized scar assessment

Your plan is based on your specific scar type and depth, not a one-size protocol.

Natural-looking, gradual results

The goal is smoother texture over time, not an overnight fix that risks your skin's healing process.

A comfortable, unhurried consultation

Time to ask questions and understand your options before treatment.

FAQ

  • Can acne scars really be improved?

    Yes — while scarring can't always be fully erased, microneedling and, for deeper scars, filler can visibly soften texture and improve how skin looks and feels.

  • How many microneedling sessions will I need?

    Most clients see the best results from a series of 3-6 sessions spaced about 4-6 weeks apart, though this varies by scar depth.

  • Is filler for acne scars permanent?

    No — most fillers used for scarring last several months to a little over a year, depending on the product used.

  • Is this treatment safe?

    Both microneedling and dermal filler are well-studied cosmetic treatments. Kassie reviews your skin and health history at consultation to confirm you're a good candidate.

Ready to Smooth Your Skin's Texture?

Book a consultation with Solea Aesthetics & Wellness in San Diego and get a plan built around your specific scarring.