The prevalence of scarring is incredibly high. One study showed that 48.5% of a group of 11,100 individuals reported having at least one scar on their body.1
The causes of scarring are numerous and diverse; however, the most common cause of facial scarring is acne related (up to 43% of scars), followed by injuries and surgical-related scarring.2
To date, the most common methods of dealing with facial scars have been microneedling or skin peels. Whilst these treatments have proven useful, their results are somewhat limited and require long-term commitment, as well as significant downtime.3
Research has shown that the best format for treating scarring is combination treatment – whether that is combining needling with radiofrequency, peels with platelet rich plasma (PRP) or fillers with laser. By using combination techniques, we can tackle scarring issues from both an immediate and a…
