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Updated October 2026
Scars are proof that your skin did its job. It healed. But that does not mean you have to love the uneven texture on your cheeks, the silvery lines across your stomach, or the mark on your arm that catches the light every time you reach for something.
If you have been searching for a scar solution, you have probably seen bold promises about "erasing" scars in a single visit. Here is the honest version: no treatment makes a scar disappear completely. What the right treatment can do, when it is matched to the right type of scar, is make that scar noticeably softer, smoother, and less visible. At Flawless Skin Boutique in Buckhead, that matching process is where every scar plan starts.
The best scar solution depends on what kind of scar you have. Depressed scars, such as most acne scars, usually respond well to treatments that rebuild collagen beneath the surface, including microneedling, radiofrequency, and dermal fillers. Raised scars and keloids behave differently and need a different approach.
Scars are not one condition. They form when the skin repairs a wound and lays down collagen in a less organized way than the surrounding tissue. Whether the result sinks in, puffs up, or stretches out shapes everything about how it should be treated.
These sit below the surface of the surrounding skin. Rolling and pitted acne scars fall into this group. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, depressed scars can be treated with microneedling, fillers, radiofrequency, and other collagen-building options, and different scar shapes often need different techniques.
Raised scars form when the body produces too much collagen during healing. Keloids extend beyond the original wound and can be stubborn. These are not a good fit for collagen-stimulating treatments, and the FDA lists a history of keloids as one reason microneedling may not be appropriate. If your scar is raised, thick, or growing, a board-certified dermatologist is the right first stop.
Stretch marks are a type of scar that forms when skin stretches or shrinks quickly and its collagen and elastin fibers break. Pregnancy, weight changes, growth spurts, and rapid muscle gain are common triggers.
Microneedling creates thousands of controlled micro-channels in the skin, which signals your body to produce fresh collagen and elastin. Over a series of sessions, that new collagen helps fill in and smooth depressed scars from below.
At Flawless Skin Boutique, microneedling with SkinPen and AnteAGE MD serums is used on the face for acne scars and uneven texture, and on the arms, abdomen, and legs for scars and stretch marks. SkinPen was the first microneedling device to receive FDA clearance, and the FDA has authorized microneedling devices to improve the appearance of facial acne scars, facial wrinkles, and abdominal scars in adults 22 and older.
What a typical plan looks like:
Expect some redness, mild swelling, dryness, or flaking for a few days afterward. Most people describe the treatment itself as more of a vibrating, sandpaper-like sensation than pain.
Both build on the same collagen-stimulating idea as standard microneedling, but they add something extra. PRP adds growth factors from your own blood, while Venus Viva MD adds controlled heat through radiofrequency.
PRP microneedling uses platelet-rich plasma prepared from a small sample of your own blood and applies it to the skin during microneedling. Flawless Skin Boutique offers it to help minimize the visibility of acne scars and other textural imperfections. Research on PRP for scarring is encouraging but still developing, and the FDA notes that microneedling devices are not specifically authorized for delivering PRP. Think of it as a promising combination approach rather than a guaranteed upgrade.
Venus Viva MD uses NanoFractional Radio Frequency to deliver controlled heat into deeper layers of the skin. It is used for acne scars, large pores, uneven texture, and fine lines. Most people need three to four treatments for their best results, with redness and slight swelling for a few days after each session. The AAD notes that combining radiofrequency with micro-injury can make acne scars less noticeable than either method alone.
Yes, for certain depressed scars. Fillers can lift soft, rolling scars up toward the level of the surrounding skin, which smooths the way light hits your face. The effect is visible right away, unlike collagen-building treatments that take months.
Dermal fillers at Flawless Skin Boutique are used to address scars along with lines, wrinkles, and volume loss. Some fillers carry FDA approval for correcting contour deficiencies such as acne scars, and results can last from several months to two years or more depending on the product. Fillers are a medical procedure. The FDA notes that accidental injection into a blood vessel is the most serious risk, which is why choosing an experienced, licensed injector matters so much.
For many women, the scars that bother them most are not on the face at all. Stretch marks after pregnancy, scars on the abdomen, and marks left behind after weight changes can make swimsuits, fitted dresses, or simply getting dressed in the morning feel complicated.
Microneedling is one of the more practical options for these areas because it works with your skin's own repair process. Cleveland Clinic notes that most people need three to six microneedling sessions for stretch marks, with full results taking four to six months or longer, and that treatment tends to work best when started earlier. Newer, pink or purple stretch marks often respond better than older, silvery ones, though older marks can still soften.
A few things to know before you book:
The biggest scheduling factor is not the appointment itself, which is often under an hour, but the few days of pinkness afterward. With a little planning, scar treatment can fit around client meetings, travel, and presentations.
Flawless Skin Boutique is open Tuesday through Friday, which makes it easy to book a Thursday or Friday session and let redness settle over the weekend. A few planning tips:
Most people see meaningful softening of depressed scars after a full series of treatments, with continued improvement for months afterward. The goal is a smoother, more even surface, not flawless, scar-free skin.
The AAD points out that scar treatment usually takes multiple sessions and is rarely covered by insurance, so it helps to go in with a clear plan and budget. Results vary based on scar type, depth, age, skin tone, and how consistently you protect your skin from the sun. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen helps keep scars from darkening while your skin heals.
For most depressed acne scars, a series of collagen-stimulating treatments, such as SkinPen microneedling, PRP microneedling, or Venus Viva MD, offers the most reliable improvement. Dermal fillers can be added for rolling scars that need immediate lift. The best combination depends on your scar types.
Yes. Older scars often respond more slowly than newer ones, but collagen-stimulating treatments can still soften texture and reduce visibility in scars that are years old.
Microneedling can improve the appearance of stretch marks by stimulating new collagen and elastin. Several sessions are usually needed, and results build gradually over several months.
Most scar plans involve three to six sessions spaced several weeks apart. Your provider will recommend a number based on how deep and widespread your scars are.
Flawless Skin Boutique offers SkinPen microneedling and Venus Viva MD for skin types 1 through 6. Microneedling is generally considered lower risk for pigment changes than heat or laser-based resurfacing, though the FDA notes that discoloration is still possible. Discuss your skin history at your consultation so your plan can be adjusted.
Your scars do not have to be the first thing you notice in the mirror. The right scar solution starts with understanding what kind of scar you have and choosing treatments that work with your skin's natural healing, not against it.
If you are ready to talk through your options, reserve a consultation at Flawless Skin Boutique, located at 110 E. Andrews Dr NW, Suite 203, in the heart of Buckhead, Atlanta. You can also call the office at 678-263-2777. We will look at your scars, your schedule, and your goals, and build a plan that makes sense for you.
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