UltraClear® Laser · Acne Scars
Laser acne scar treatment, in Scottsdale & Phoenix
The acne may be long gone, but the scars it leaves — rolling, pitted, textural — can persist for decades. UltraClear® laser acne scar treatment at Xynwell resurfaces scarred skin while rebuilding collagen beneath it, softening scars at the structural level rather than simply at the surface.
Why acne scars form — and why they stay
Acne scars form when inflammation damages the collagen framework of the skin during healing. Instead of rebuilding smoothly, the skin repairs itself unevenly — leaving depressed or textured scars. Most fall into three patterns: rolling scars, with soft, wave-like depressions; boxcar scars, with sharper, well-defined edges; and ice-pick scars, which are narrow and deep.
Because these scars reflect a structural change in the dermis — missing or disorganized collagen beneath the surface — they do not improve on their own, and topical products cannot rebuild what was lost. Creams and serums work at the surface; acne scars live deeper. Meaningful improvement requires a treatment that reaches the level where the scar actually sits.
Q: Can laser treatment get rid of my acne scars?
Laser resurfacing can substantially improve the depth, texture, and visibility of acne scars — by resurfacing the scarred surface and stimulating new collagen where scar tissue sits. Most patients see meaningful, progressive smoothing over a series of treatments.
How UltraClear® treats acne scars
Resurfacing above, rebuilding below
UltraClear® treats acne scars on two levels at once. Fractional resurfacing smooths the scarred surface — softening the edges and shadows that make scars visible — while controlled energy beneath the surface stimulates new collagen exactly where scar tissue has replaced healthy structure. For deep, pitted scars, UltraClear® also offers Laser-Coring™: an advanced dermal tissue-coring technique that is particularly effective for deep scars, available at Xynwell.
Because its cold ablative technology limits unnecessary thermal injury, treatment is appropriate for a broader range of skin types — including darker skin tones, historically a difficult group for ablative acne-scar lasers.
Powered by UltraClear®
UltraClear® is FDA-cleared as the world's first mid-infrared cold fiber laser for skin rejuvenation. Its precision energy control minimizes unnecessary thermal injury, and treatments are customizable from a light refresh to deep collagen remodeling — appropriate for a broad range of skin types, including darker skin tones.
Explore the UltraClear® platform →Honest expectations
Laser resurfacing improves acne scars — it does not make them vanish. Active acne should be controlled before scar treatment begins, so new inflammation doesn't undermine your results. And while most rolling and boxcar scars respond well to fractional resurfacing, deep, tethered scars may respond best to Laser-Coring™ or to combination plans that include microneedling or chemical peels.
Because Xynwell offers both surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation, we recommend the treatment that best matches your anatomy — not simply the newest technology.
What to expect
Smoother skin, built over time
Your consultation begins with a careful look at your scar pattern — rolling, boxcar, ice-pick, or a mix — alongside your skin type, history, and goals. Treatment settings are customized to your scars, and topical numbing keeps most treatments comfortable.
Recovery scales with treatment depth — from a few days of redness with lighter passes to more downtime after deeper scar work. As your skin heals, new collagen continues building over the following weeks and months, progressively softening scar depth and refining texture with each stage of your plan.
Frequently asked questions
How much improvement can I expect in my acne scars?
Most patients see meaningful, progressive smoothing — softer scar depth, more even texture, and less visible shadowing as new collagen develops. The degree of improvement varies with scar type and depth: rolling scars often respond most readily, while deep ice-pick scars may need more advanced approaches. A customized series of treatments frequently produces the best results, and your realistic range of improvement is discussed honestly at consultation.
Is laser acne scar treatment safe for darker skin tones?
This is one of UltraClear's meaningful advantages. Because its cold ablative technology limits unnecessary thermal injury, treatment is appropriate for a broader range of skin types — including darker skin tones — than many traditional resurfacing lasers. Careful patient selection and customized settings remain essential, which is exactly what your consultation determines.
What about deep, pitted acne scars?
Deep, pitted scars are where UltraClear offers something genuinely different: Laser-Coring™, an advanced dermal tissue-coring technique that is particularly effective for deep scars. It is available at Xynwell and is often combined with fractional resurfacing as part of a staged treatment plan.
Can I treat my acne scars if I still get breakouts?
Active acne should be controlled before scar treatment begins — ongoing inflammation can undermine your results and create new scarring even as older scars improve. We help guide that sequencing: calming active breakouts first, then addressing the scars they leave behind, so each step of your plan builds on the last.
How much does laser acne scar treatment cost?
Xynwell is a private, cash-pay practice. Cost is determined at consultation and depends on the treatment depth, the areas treated, and the number of sessions in your plan.
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Your acne ended years ago. Its scars don't have to be permanent fixtures.
If acne scarring has followed you for years, we'll evaluate your scar pattern honestly and recommend a plan — laser resurfacing, Laser-Coring™, or a thoughtful combination — matched to your skin and your goals. Xynwell welcomes patients from Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Arcadia, Fountain Hills, and throughout the Valley.