Scar Treatments
Book An AppointmentScars, whether pigmented or textured, tell a story, but you can choose how that story is told. Our scar-diminishing treatments activate the production of fresh, smoother skin cells, giving your skin a chance to renew and rediscover its natural beauty. Begin your journey to smoother, radiant skin today.
Scar Treatments
Surgical & Wound Scar Treatments
Fractional laser treatment is an effective method for addressing surgical scars. By utilizing targeted laser energy penetrates the skin and stimulates the production of collagen and elastin to remodel the scar tissue, reducing its appearance and promoting the growth of new, healthy skin cells.
Over a series of treatments, fractional laser can significantly improve the texture, colour, and overall visibility of surgical scars, allowing for smoother and more even-looking skin. It provides a non-invasive and efficient solution for minimizing the appearance of surgical scars and achieving a more confident and rejuvenated appearance.
Surgical Scarring: Diminish scars caused by surgery.
Traumatic Scarring: Visibly reduce scars that were caused by wounds or any trauma to the skin.
C-Section Scar Treatments
Over a series of treatments, fractional laser can significantly improve the texture, color, and overall appearance of c-section scars.
The microchannels of heat that cause a healing process help to remodel the scar tissue and promote the growth of new, healthy skin cells.
It can help to flatten and soften the scar, reduce redness or discoloration, and improve skin smoothness.
Fractional laser treatment offers a non-invasive approach to address c-section scars, providing you with the opportunity to regain confidence in your skin’s appearance.
Acne Scar Treatments
Atrophic scars create depressions in the skin, while pigmented scars are marked by darkened spots.
Our top 3 results-driven treatments for acne scars:
PicoSure Laser (best for pigmented scars): Laser is a revolutionary solution for pigmented scars. Picosure laser uses ultra-short pulses to break down pigment into minuscule particles, enabling the body to dispose of them naturally and fade your scars. Results are often achieved in fewer sessions compared to traditional methods. It is one of the most comfortable laser treatments for scars.
Fractional Laser (best for atrophic scars): Atrophic scars meet their match with fractional laser. This laser stimulates collagen production, restoring your skin’s natural texture and appearance. Gradually, the depressed areas fill in, leaving a smoother complexion. Fractional laser also treats pigmented scars and is a great option for treating both types of scars in the same appointment.
Microneedling (for both types): Microneedling is another option in the acne scar remedy game, and an alternative to laser for less pronounced scars. Tiny needles create controlled micro-injuries, igniting the body’s healing response and collagen synthesis. It is effective for both atrophic and pigmented scars.
Chemical peels effectively treat lightly pigmented and more shallow acne scars. They also are a great booster for laser or microneedling treatments for deeper scars. Beyond scars, they are a great option for monthly facials for acne-prone individuals, exfoliating and unclogging pores, managing breakouts, and preventing new scars.
After each treatment session, your skin starts a healing and renewal process. It takes a few weeks for the new collagen to develop, and for your skin to fully regenerate. Over the weeks following a treatment, you’ll notice a progressive improvement in your acne scars as your skin goes through its natural cycle and incorporates the effects of the treatment.
Types of Treatments
Fractional Laser Resurfacing
Fractional Laser is our premier solution for more prominent scarring, promoting cell renewal and reshaping collagen, leading to vibrant, renewed skin.
As our most intensive laser therapy, it effectively targets atrophic scars, surgical and c-section marks, refining the skin’s texture, evenness, and hue. It also serves as an outstanding treatment for facial rejuvenation and resurfacing.
Chemical Peels
Discover the perfect scar-diminishing treatment tailored just for you, thanks to our extensive range of clinical facial peels. Experience a new glow thanks to our Health Canada-registered selections from pharmaceutical brands such as Image Skincare and Vivier, right here in Winnipeg. Start your transformative skincare journey curated to your unique needs.
Microneedling
Microneedling, (often referred to as Collagen Induction Therapy), is a trusted remedy for acne scars and stimulates the production of new skin cells to reduce depressions or discoloration. Additionally, microneedling enhances your skin’s elastin, boosting its suppleness and durability.
PicoSure Laser
This groundbreaking laser treatment offers a delicate yet effective solution for acne scars. It also masterfully resurfaces the skin, dramatically reducing unwanted pigmentation such as sun spots, age spots, or melasma for clear, smooth skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which treatments are effective for acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated using microneedling, PicoSure laser, fractional lasers, and chemical peels. Chemical peels are especially popular for acne scarring, but for more prominent scars, lasers and microneedling can be beneficial.
Atrophic scars appear as textured skin indentations, while pigmented scars present as dark patches.
- PicoSure Laser (ideal for pigmented scars): This groundbreaking laser targets pigmented scars with ultra-short pulses, breaking down pigment into tiny particles. This allows the body to naturally eliminate them, resulting in faded scars. PicoSure often delivers results in fewer sessions than conventional techniques and stands out for being the most comfortable of laser solutions.
- Fractional Laser (optimal for atrophic scars): The fractional laser is the antidote for atrophic scars. By stimulating collagen growth, it rejuvenates the skin’s texture. Over time, the indented regions elevate, giving way to a more even surface. While it excels with atrophic scars, it’s also adept at treating pigmented ones, offering the convenience of addressing both scar types in a single session.
- Microneedling (versatile for both types): As a less intensive alternative to laser treatments for milder scars, microneedling utilizes minuscule needles to create precise micro-injuries. This triggers the body’s natural healing and collagen production, proving effective for both atrophic and pigmented scars.
- Chemical peels are adept at treating lighter and more superficial acne scars. They also enhance the results of laser or microneedling for more prominent scars. They serve as an excellent choice for monthly facials for those susceptible to acne, ensuring exfoliation, pore-clearance, breakout management, and future scar prevention.
Can surgical or c-section scars be treated non-surgically?
Yes, both surgical and c-section scars are diminished and faded using treatments fractional laser. These treatments reduce the appearance and improve the texture of scars.
Fractional laser energy creates microchannels that trigger a healing response, transforming scar tissue and allowing the emergence of fresh, less marked skin cells after each treatment.
A series of fractional laser sessions smoothen and tones scars, diminishes redness or uneven pigmentation, and improves overall skin texture.
Be empowered to feel renewed confidence in your skin.
How do I know which treatment is best for my scars?
In general terms, chemical peels work well for surface-level acne scars or enhance our advanced acne scar treatments. Microneedling targets moderately deep facial scars, PicoSure is ideal for all scars with pigmentation, and fractional laser excels in addressing pronounced scars, whether textured or pigmented.
If you are unsure of which treatment you prefer, we advise booking a complimentary skin consultation with us. Our experienced skin technicians will evaluate your scars and suggest the most appropriate treatment, or a combination tailored to your unique skin, budget, and goals.
How many sessions will I need to see results?
The number of sessions needed for laser, microneedling, or peels depends on the nature and depth of the scar, along with the selected treatment approach. Each procedure promotes the generation of newer, smoother skin cells by triggering a new, natural skin cycle. Since a skin cycle spans approximately a month, a series of monthly treatments is typically recommended.
Several sessions, often ranging from 3 to 6, are necessary to stimulate multiple skin cycles and yield the best outcomes. Scars with more texture or depth may require more sessions to reach your preferred outcome. Our expert skin technicians will assess your unique skin and scars to provide guidance on anticipated results.
We welcome you to book a complimentary, no-obligation skin consultation to find out more about how to treat your unique scar(s). You deserve to live confidently in your best skin!
Can I combine more than one treatment for better results?
Yes, many of our scar removal clients find combining treatments effective for their unique scarring issues. For example, they may pick a chemical peel as their regular monthly facial while doing a series of microneedling or laser scar removal treatments. Peels have the added benefit of unclogging pores and allowing your skincare to absorb properly. They also boost more advanced scar removal treatments (laser, microneedling) by stimulating cell turnover.
Our skin technicians can advise on the best combination to achieve your desired outcomes.
How does Picosure laser differ from fractional laser in scar treatment?
Picosure laser uses picosecond technology to shatter the pigment in scars, making it especially effective for ‘dark spot’ scars with hyperpigmentation. Fractional laser, on the other hand, work by creating micro-channels in the skin, promoting collagen production and cell turnover, which helps to smooth out scar tissue. This makes it particularly effective for scars with a textured appearance, although it works wonders for those addressing both pigmented and textured scars.
If you are not sure which laser treatment you would prefer to book for addressing your scar(s), you can simply book a complimentary laser consultation with one of our experienced skin technicians who will thoroughly study your scar and discuss the best options for your unique skin.
How do Chemical Peels help with acne scar removal?
Chemical Peels involve applying a chemical solution to the skin, causing the top layer to exfoliate and eventually peel or flake off. This promotes the growth of new, smoother skin in its place, helping reduce the visibility of acne scars.
Are scar treatments painful?
While some treatments may cause mild discomfort, we take every measure to ensure your comfort. Topical numbing creams, built-in cooling for laser treatments, and other measures might be used based on the treatment (laser or microneedling) and your unique level of comfort.
Chemical peels are a relaxing treatment. While your skin may feel a little sensitive for a few days after your chemical peel, there is otherwise no discomfort. Protecting your skin from the sun and using gentle skincare ensures your skin feels comfortable.
What is the recovery time after scar treatments?
Other than the need to shield your skin from the sun, there is no ‘downtime’ in the sense of need to take time off work or other daily activities, but you may not want to schedule social events or photos for one week after your treatment. Typically, these advanced treatments may leave your skin pinkish for a few hours to a few days.
Recovery time varies depending on the type of treatment (laser, microneedling, or chemical peel). For instance, while PicoSure laser might have minimal ‘downtime’, Chemical Peels may require a few days for the skin to gently shed.
Fractional laser reaches the deepest layers of the skin (and gives the most dramatic results) of all our scar treatments. You might experience temporary redness, light swelling, or a sensation similar to a mild sunburn. These effects are normal and usually diminish within a few hours to days.
We provide aftercare instructions and guidelines for each treatment based on your unique skin and what level of strength we used for your scar(s).