Acne scar treatment in Boca Raton at Cosmetica Med Spa starts at $399 a session with SkinPen, the first FDA-cleared microneedling device and one cleared to improve the look of facial acne scars in every skin type. Your plan is matched to the type of scar you have, combining microneedling, PRP, chemical peels or filler as needed, and every plan is overseen by our board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Andrei Gherghina. Most people see their scars become noticeably softer over a series of treatments.
What type of acne scar do you have?
Acne scars aren't all the same, and the type decides the treatment. Most people have a mix.
| Scar type | What it looks like | What usually helps most |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling scars | Wide, soft dips that make the skin look wavy, especially in side light | SkinPen microneedling, plus filler to lift deeper dips |
| Boxcar scars | Round or oval dents with sharper edges, like small craters | A series of SkinPen microneedling, often with PRP |
| Ice pick scars | Narrow, deep pits, like a large open pore | The hardest type to treat. A focused series of SkinPen microneedling, with more sessions, makes them much less noticeable |
| Dark marks (not true scars) | Flat brown spots where pimples were | Chemical peels and daily sun protection |
| Red or pink marks (not true scars) | Flat red spots that linger after breakouts | Time, gentle skin care and sun protection. Laser Genesis can help calm redness |
Flat dark or red marks often fade with the right care, while true scars change the texture of the skin and need collagen-building treatment. Your provider will tell you which you have at your consultation.
How we treat acne scars
SkinPen microneedling
SkinPen creates thousands of tiny channels in the skin. Your body responds by building new collagen, which gradually fills in and smooths scars from below. SkinPen is FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of facial acne scars in adults 22 and older, in all skin types (Fitzpatrick I to VI). It uses no heat, so the risk of dark marks afterward is lower than with many lasers, which matters for medium and darker skin tones.
Microneedling with PRP
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is made from a small sample of your own blood and applied during microneedling. It may support healing and boost results, and many people with moderate scarring choose it. See our PRP facial.
Filler for rolling scars
For wide, rolling scars, a small amount of filler placed under the scar lifts it level with the surrounding skin, and the difference shows right away. Filler results last about 6 to 12 months, and pairing filler with microneedling often gives the best long-term improvement. See scar correction.
Chemical peels
Chemical peels fade the dark marks breakouts leave behind and smooth shallow texture, and they help clear clogged pores. They're often used between microneedling sessions.
Your acne scar plan and cost in Boca Raton
| If you have… | A typical plan | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Mainly dark marks and mild texture | A series of 3 chemical peels, a few weeks apart | From $897 |
| Mild to moderate rolling or boxcar scars | 3 SkinPen microneedling sessions, about a month apart | $1,197 ($1,797 with PRP) |
| Moderate to deep scarring | 6 SkinPen sessions, about a month apart | $2,394 ($3,594 with PRP) |
| Deep rolling scars you want lifted faster | Filler for the deepest scars, plus a microneedling series | Filler from $699, plus your microneedling series |
Single sessions are $399 for SkinPen microneedling, $599 with PRP and from $299 for a chemical peel. Package pricing for a full series is quoted at your consultation, and payment plans are available through Cherry and CareCredit; see financing. Our microneedling cost guide has more detail.
A $100 deposit is collected when you book and credited to your treatment. If you cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before your appointment, your deposit stays on your account as a credit. If you miss your appointment or cancel less than 24 hours before, the $100 deposit is forfeited and non-refundable.
What results to expect
Acne scars improve gradually, because new collagen takes time to build. With the right plan and enough sessions, scars become shallower, smoother and much less noticeable, and many people find they fade to the point where they're hard to see. In SkinPen's FDA clinical study, 9 in 10 people said their acne scars looked better six months after three treatments.
- Week 1: skin looks brighter as it heals.
- Weeks 4 to 6: early texture changes, around the time of your second session.
- 3 to 6 months: the biggest change, as collagen keeps building after each session.
- After your series: improvement continues for months. A maintenance session once or twice a year helps keep it.
Individual results vary.
Your first visit, step by step
- Scar assessment. Your provider looks at your scars in different light, identifies the types and asks about your acne history and current skin care.
- Your plan. You get a plan with which treatments, how many sessions and the total cost, before anything is done.
- First treatment. For microneedling, numbing cream goes on for about 30 minutes, then the treatment takes about 30 minutes.
- Healing. Expect a pink, sunburn-like look for 1 to 2 days, then light flaking.
- Next sessions. We review your progress at each visit and adjust the plan.
Before you start
- Get active acne under control first. We don't microneedle over active breakouts. If you're still breaking out, a medical facial or chemical peel plan can come first.
- Isotretinoin (Accutane). Wait six months after finishing before microneedling.
- Pause retinoids and exfoliating acids three to five days before treatment.
- Avoid sunburn and tanning for about a week beforehand.
- Pregnancy. Microneedling isn't recommended during pregnancy.
Acne scars in darker skin tones
Medium and darker skin tones are more likely to get dark marks after acne and after aggressive treatments. SkinPen is FDA-cleared for all skin types and doesn't use heat, so it's a strong option. Peels are started gently and stepped up as your skin allows. If you also have patchy pigment on the cheeks, see melasma treatment.
Aftercare
- Don't touch, rub or pick at your skin. Let flaking shed on its own.
- No makeup for 24 hours after microneedling.
- For 48 hours, skip retinoids, acids, vitamin C, intense exercise, hot showers, saunas and pools.
- Wear SPF 30 or higher every day, and stay out of the sun while your skin heals.
See the full microneedling aftercare guide.
Acne scar treatment near Delray Beach, Boynton Beach and Deerfield Beach
Our Boca Raton office on N. Federal Highway is a short drive from south Palm Beach and north Broward counties. Coming from nearby? See microneedling near Delray Beach and microneedling near Boynton Beach, or our Highland Beach, Deerfield Beach and Parkland pages for directions.
Why choose Cosmetica Med Spa
Every plan is overseen by a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, so your scars are assessed by a skin doctor's standards. We use the FDA-cleared SkinPen, tell you honestly what improvement to expect, and show you the full cost up front. We're open every day from 8am to 8pm.
When can you work out, drink alcohol or wear makeup? Our aftercare guide covers exactly what to do and avoid.
See the aftercare guide →Frequently asked questions
How much does acne scar treatment cost in Boca Raton?
At Cosmetica Med Spa, SkinPen microneedling is $399 per session, or $599 with PRP. Most people need a series of 3 to 6 sessions, so a full plan is usually $1,197 to $2,394, or $1,797 to $3,594 with PRP. Chemical peels start at $299 and filler for scars starts at $699. Your provider confirms your plan and price before treatment.
What is the best treatment for acne scars?
It depends on the type of scar. For most rolling and boxcar scars, a series of SkinPen microneedling, sometimes with PRP, is the core treatment. Deep rolling scars can also be lifted with filler, and dark marks respond best to chemical peels.
Can acne scars go away?
With the right treatment and enough sessions, acne scars can fade dramatically, and many people get to the point where they're hard to notice. How far yours fade depends on the type and depth of your scars, and your provider maps out the plan to get you there.
How many sessions will I need?
Most people need 3 to 6 microneedling sessions, about a month apart. Mild scarring may need fewer, and deeper scarring usually needs more.
Does microneedling really work on acne scars?
Yes. SkinPen is FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of facial acne scars in adults 22 and older, in all skin types. In its FDA clinical study, 9 in 10 people said their acne scars looked better six months after three treatments. Rolling and shallow boxcar scars tend to respond best.
Is microneedling with PRP worth it for acne scars?
Many people with moderate scarring choose it. PRP comes from your own blood and may support healing and boost results. It's $599 per session instead of $399. Your provider will tell you whether it makes sense for your skin.
Can ice pick scars be treated?
Yes. Ice pick scars are the hardest type to treat, so they usually need more sessions, but a focused series of SkinPen microneedling can make them much less noticeable.
Can filler fix acne scars?
Filler works well on wide, rolling scars. It lifts the scar level with the surrounding skin right away, and results last about 6 to 12 months. It doesn't work on narrow ice pick scars. See scar correction.
Are dark spots after acne the same as scars?
No. Flat brown or red marks after a breakout aren't true scars, and they often fade with chemical peels, gentle skin care and sun protection. True scars change the texture of the skin and need collagen-building treatment.
Can I treat acne scars while I still have breakouts?
We don't microneedle over active acne. If you're still breaking out, we'll start with a medical facial or peel plan to calm your skin, then move to scar treatment.
How long after Accutane can I treat acne scars?
Wait six months after finishing isotretinoin (Accutane) before microneedling.
How long do acne scar results last?
Improvement from microneedling is long-lasting, because it comes from your own new collagen. A maintenance session once or twice a year helps keep it. Filler for scars lasts about 6 to 12 months.
Is acne scar treatment safe for darker skin?
Yes, with the right treatment. SkinPen is FDA-cleared for all skin types and uses no heat, which lowers the risk of dark marks afterward. Peels are started gently for darker skin tones.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Andrei Gherghina, DO, board-certified dermatologist.
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