Scars & texture
MNRF
Microneedling with radiofrequency rebuilds collagen where acne scars and rough texture live — a precise, colour-safe way to smooth skin from within.
About this treatment
Acne scars form when inflammation destroys collagen, leaving pits and uneven texture. Creams and surface peels alone often fall short. MNRF (microneedling radiofrequency) places insulated needles at a chosen depth and delivers RF energy into the dermis — heating tissue enough to trigger new collagen while sparing the epidermis from bulk damage.
Because radiofrequency is largely colour-blind, it can be used thoughtfully across a wide range of skin tones with a strong safety profile when performed by trained hands.
Who it helps
- Boxcar, rolling, and selected ice-pick acne scars
- Enlarged pores and rough, uneven texture
- Early laxity where collagen stimulation helps firmness
- Patients seeking scar improvement without surgical resurfacing
- Skin that needs deeper remodelling than peels alone can offer
What to expect
- Scar mapping We photograph and classify scar types so depth and passes match your pattern.
- Numbing Topical anaesthetic is usually applied so the procedure stays comfortable.
- MNRF session Needles deliver RF in controlled grids. You may feel heat and pressure, not sharp cutting.
- Recovery & remodelling Redness for a few days is common. Collagen continues to remodel over weeks to months.
Realistic results
Scar care is a journey. Most people need a short series of sessions, sometimes combined with subcision, peels, or lasers. Improvement is progressive — smoother light reflection, softer pit edges, and makeup that sits more evenly — rather than overnight erasure.