Scarring & Texture

Is it difficult to apply makeup because of uneven skin texture? Or do unsightly scars on your face bother you and distract from your appearance?

Rough skin texture, often due to acne scars, is a common cosmetic concern. Our board-certified dermatologists at Capital Laser & Skin Care can help you restore smooth, soft skin and minimize scars.

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Learn More About Scarring & Texture

Scar formation is a natural part of the healing process of the skin. Whether a scar is a result of trauma, surgery, or acne, it isn’t always the most welcome feature on your skin. Visible scars can act as a constant reminder of an injury or event you’d rather forget, or they can simply be distracting from what you want others to see when they look at you. 

Many people are left with acne scars that linger months or even years after their acne has cleared. Those who’ve had severe or cystic acne often have depressed scars that make their skin texture rough and uneven.

Proper skincare can help minimize scarring before and after it occurs, but creams and ointments can only do so much, especially for large or severe scars. Fortunately, there is an answer to unwanted scars. Several innovative treatments can improve scars of all sorts. Our board-certified dermatologists at Capital Laser & Skin Care can help you find the best treatment based on the cause and type of scarring.

One of the effects of scarring, especially from acne, is uneven skin texture. Depressed or raised acne scars across your face can make for a bumpy, rough surface. Rough texture can also occur independently of scars, however. This can mar your complexion and, unlike most complexion issues, isn’t easy to cover with makeup.

Many people have uneven skin due to sun damage, enlarged pores, skin-cell buildup, dryness, or eczema. An at-home solution like exfoliation or a better moisturizer might sometimes solve this problem. But for some patients, a more powerful treatment will be needed to restore the skin’s smoothness.

The best treatment for your scarring or skin texture will depend on its type and cause. Your Capital Laser & Skin Care dermatologist will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan unique to your skin. We often recommend the following options for scars and uneven texture.

Vbeam Perfecta Laser

As the most advanced pulsed dye laser technology, Vbeam Perfecta is a powerful tool for treating redness and pigmentation. This makes it ideal for discolored scars.

RF Microneedling

Microneedling stimulates your body’s natural healing process to repair damage and improve skin tone and texture. The addition of radiofrequency energy helps tighten and smooth the skin even further.

Fraxel® Dual Laser

Laser skin resurfacing with Fraxel® clears away damage from the top layers of skin with non-ablative wavelengths, minimizing scars and texture while stimulating collagen production for long-term benefits.

HALO® Hybrid Fractional Laser

Like Fraxel®, the HALO® laser resurfaces the skin and boosts collagen production. Its innovative hybrid technology combines both ablative and non-ablative laser wavelengths for a potent, versatile skin rejuvenation treatment.

Chemical Peels

Uneven skin texture often results from skin-cell buildup and sun damage, especially as we age and our skin is less able to shed dead cells from the surface. Chemical peels effectively remove build-up for clearer, smoother skin.

ProFractional® Laser

This fractional laser provides comprehensive, effective skin resurfacing with little to no downtime. It can improve scars, pigmentation, and signs of aging on the face and body.

Take the First Step

Interested in learning more about our texture and acne scar solutions? We would love to speak with you. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation or call our Chevy Chase, MD office today at (301) 798-9699 to schedule your private consultation at our laser and cosmetic dermatology center, located just blocks away from Washington, D.C.

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