Acne Scar Treatment Brisbane | Solutions for Acne Scar Removal

Rejuran scar treatment, TCA Cross, Subcision, Tixel, Microneedling, and Topical Skin Treatments.

A successful treatment plan involves multiple modalities tailored to your acne scar concerns. Common acne scar treatments include Rejuran scar treatment, TCA Cross, subcision, Tixel, microneedling, and topical skin treatments to boost the effectiveness of in-clinic therapy. Each treatment targets specific types of acne scars, such as pitted, tethered, or atrophic scars, and offers progressive improvements.

Addressing acne scars effectively requires a multimodal approach and realistic expectations. While no treatment can fully restore the skin to its original smoothness, a combination of targeted therapies can improve the aesthetic appearance of scars. At Pearl Medispa, we provide acne scar treatment plans to enhance skin texture, tone, and overall appearance.

Book an complimentary skin consultation with our senior therapists, Christina or Taylor. Please book online or call 07 3350 5447 for a free consultation.

You’re in expert hands when you book an initial skin consultation with Christina or Taylor. As senior facialists and skin therapists at Pearl Medispa, they offer more than in-clinic treatments—they’re trained in a skin health-first philosophy and the science of ageing, regeneration, and hormonal skin changes.

Skilled across various modalities, they consult on everything from barrier repair to active dermal delivery for diverse skin concerns. Their approach blends deep knowledge of biostimulators, collagen banking, slow ageing, and the role of hormones—especially during perimenopause and menopause—with personalised, practical care.

Christina and Taylor refer to our doctors as part of our doctor-led team for medical consultations, treatments, and prescriptions when needed.

Book a complimentary consultation with our senior therapists, Christina or Taylor.

Treatment Modalities for Acne Scars

Rejuran Scar Treatment

Rejuran scar treatment offers a regenerative approach using polynucleotides to rejuvenate the skin and enhance healing:

How it Works: Promotes collagen synthesis and repairs damaged skin.
Ideal For: Atrophic scars, fine lines, and overall skin rejuvenation.
Combination: Works best when paired with other treatments like CO2 laser or microneedling.
Treatment Plan: 3 treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
Price Rejuran Scar: $600 per treatment($1650 for a series of 3)

TCA Cross

TCA Cross is a precise technique for improving deep, pitted scars:

How it Works: Trichloroacetic acid is applied directly into the scar, stimulating collagen production and resurfacing the skin.
Ideal For: Ice-pick scars and deep pores.
Treatment Plan: Usually 2–4 sessions with visible improvements after healing.
Downtime: There will be peeling and redness for 5–7 days. Complete healing occurs over 4 weeks when it can be repeated.
Price TCA Cross: $220 – $440 per session (depending on the number of pitted scars)

Subcision for Acne Scars

Subcision is a minimally invasive technique targeting tethered scars:

How it Works: A needle breaks fibrous bands, pulling the skin down and allowing the skin to lift and smooth out.
Ideal For: Rolling scars and tethered scars.
Combination: Often combined with volumisers for enhanced results.
Treatment Plan: 1–4 sessions, depending on scar severity.
Subcision Price: $790

Pico Subcision

Pico subcision, using the Pico laser in subcision mode, provides a powerful option for certain types of acne scars:

How it Works: Utilises ultra-short laser pulses to target and break fibrous bands beneath the skin, stimulating collagen production and improving scar texture.
Ideal For: Stubborn tethered scars and certain atrophic scars.
Combination: Can be paired with subcision and other modalities for comprehensive results.
Treatment Plan: Typically requires 4 – 6 sessions for optimal improvement.
Pico-subcision Price: From $220 per treatment for spot treatment – $790

Microneedling for Acne Scars

Microneedling stimulates natural collagen production to improve skin texture and reduce scars; it is used for mild acne scars only:

How it Works: Creates controlled micro-injuries to the skin, triggering a healing response.
Ideal For: Mild to moderate acne scars, uneven texture and tone.
Combination: Pairs well with CO2 laser or TCA Cross for comprehensive results.
Treatment Plan: 4–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
Microneedling Price: $260 per session, Combined with Rejuran Skin Booster $450

Tixel for Acne Scars

Tixel is a thermal fractional skin resurfacing treatment offering rejuvenation with minimal downtime:

How it Works: Uses heat energy to stimulate collagen production and tighten skin.
Ideal For: Enlarged pores, fine lines, and mild scars.
Combination: Often combined with Rejuran for enhanced effects.
Treatment Plan: 4 sessions 4-6 weeks apart.
Downtime: Minimal redness and swelling lasting up to a week
Price Tixel for Acne Scars: Full Face $599, combined with Rejuran Skin Booster $799

Acne Scar Treatment Provided by Dr Shadi

1. TCA Cross for Acne Scars with Dr Shadi

Dr. Shadi offers TCA Cross and subcision treatments for acne scars. If appropriate, our nurse, Christine, may refer you to Dr. Shadi for an assessment as part of a personalised acne scar treatment plan.

What is TCA Cross?

TCA Cross involves applying trichloroacetic acid (TCA) directly to the scar. This process breaks down scar tissue and stimulates collagen production, promoting smoother skin texture. It is particularly suitable for treating deep, narrow, ice-pick scars caused by severe acne.

A Comprehensive Treatment Plan

TCA Cross can be effective alone, but it is often combined with other treatments to address various scar types and achieve the best results. Dr. Shadi may recommend additional therapies as part of a comprehensive plan tailored to your needs.

2. Subcision Treatment for Acne Scars Brisbane

Subcision Treatment with Dr Shadi at Pearl Medispa

What is Subcision for Acne Scars?

Dr Shadi offers subcision to improve the appearance of acne scars. This procedure involves topical and local anaesthesia and may result in bruising that can take up to two weeks to resolve.

How Subcision Works:

Subcision targets fibrous bands beneath the skin, releasing tethered tissue to promote smoother skin texture.
After numbing the area, a specialised needle manually releases scar tissue or fibrous bands.
Bruising is expected and may take up to two weeks to resolve.
There is a potential risk of skin staining with a blueish-brown discolouration after treatment.

Comprehensive Acne Scar Treatment
Subcision is often part of a broader plan to treat acne scars. To enhance results, Dr. Shadi may recommend combining subcision with other therapies, such as volumisers. Multiple treatment approaches may be necessary for optimal improvement depending on the type and severity of your acne scars.

Supporting Your Acne Scar Treatment Plan

1. Topical Skin Treatments

Starting a regimen of topical treatments is crucial to support collagen repair and prepare your skin for clinical therapies.

Retinoids and PPARs are powerful tools that enhance your skin’s ability to generate high-quality collagen and improve overall skin function. Incorporating these into your routine before, during and after treatment optimises results by laying a strong foundation for rejuvenation.
Starting treatment with a Vitamin A peel can be helpful to kick-start collagen production.
Pigment Inhibitors: Depending on your skin type, pretreatment with a pigment inhibitor may be required to minimise the risks of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Christine will refer you to our doctors if prescription treatment is needed in preparation for your treatment.

2. Optimising Your Health for Better Results

All advanced skin treatments rely on breaking down damaged collagen and stimulating your body to produce fresh, healthy collagen. This process depends heavily on your skin’s innate immune and healing response and collagen production capacity. To maximise treatment outcomes:

Diet: Consume a nutrient-rich diet high in plant nutrients, vitamins (Vitamin b, d, Vitamin C), minerals (zinc) and proteins to fuel collagen synthesis and adequate protein which provides the building blocks for all skin repair. You could consider supplementing with collagen powders, however if your diet is rich in essential amino acids this may not provide added benefit.
Sleep: Prioritise restorative sleep to aid cellular repair and regeneration.
Stress Management: Chronic stress can impair immune function and slow healing; incorporate mindfulness or stress-relief techniques.
Exercise: Regular physical activity boosts circulation and promotes healthier skin.
Avoidance of Harmful Habits: Refrain from smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, as these hinder collagen repair and degrade skin health.
UV Protection: Unprotected UV exposure damages collagen and can negate treatment benefits; wear broad-spectrum sunscreen daily.

These steps ensure your skin is primed and resilient, allowing it to respond optimally to clinic treatments and yield the best possible results.

Crafting an Acne Scar Treatment Plan

Our therapists, will create a treatment plan using a combination of these modalities tailored to your specific scar type and skin needs.

Key Considerations to Undertake an Acne Scar Treatment Plan

Realistic Expectations: Complete smoothness is not achievable; the goal is to improve skin texture and appearance satisfactorily.
Results are Progressive: No treatment will give instant results. The repair of the skin is incremental.
Healing Ability Matters: Results cannot be guaranteed and highly depend on your innate healing ability. While acne scar treatment is procedure-dependent, the outcome will depend on your overall skin health and healing capacity.
- Inflammation and Sun Exposure: Both are enemies of healing and can significantly impact results.
- Indicators of Healing: You may gauge your healing potential by assessing how you’ve responded to injuries or allergies. Lifestyle and gut health also offer clues to your innate healing ability.
Multiple Treatments Required: Most modalities require 3–5 sessions for optimal results.
Combination Therapy: A multimodality approach yields the best outcomes.
Downtime: Each treatment has varying recovery periods, which will be discussed during your consultation.
Acne Scar Treatment Plans Can Be Expensive: A comprehensive acne scar treatment plan is expensive, and unless you can commit to a complete plan, you may waste money starting treatment. It needs to be considered a journey.