Acne, Scars, and Stretch Marks

Are acne breakouts and old scars or stretch marks making you self-conscious?

Outbreaks of acne are never welcomed. Acne spots always seem to pop up at the most awkward times. They can be difficult to conceal and inevitably make you feel self-conscious. And all too often, acne leaves scars and an uneven texture to your skin.

Scars happen. It could have been an ugly scar from a childhood accident or C-Section scar that never looked or felt right. Now you can make it fade and look much less noticeable.

Let’s face it, with pregnancy, hormones and weight changes, stretch marks happen. But just because they do, doesn’t mean you have to live with them.

WHY WE LOVE IT

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Helps eliminate acne

Softens scars

Improves skin tone and complexion

Noticeably fades stretch marks

HOW IT WORKS

Morpheus8

With its deep penetrating microneedling combined with radiofrequency delivered at multiple depths, Morpheus8 can kill the bacteria that cause acne outbreaks. Not only that, but as new collagen and elastin production is stimulated, powerful healing and remodeling of the skin occurs. So if you want clear, blemish-free skin, Morpheus8 delivers remarkable results.

Lumecca

Lumecca offers another approach to acne treatment using intense pulsed light or IPL, and is particularly well-suited to treating mild outbreaks, where improving skin tone and texture is a key objective.

With its combination of radiofrequency and microneedling, Morpheus8 delivers remarkable results fading scars and making them far less obvious. Typically 3 treatments are recommended for the best results. By applying a simple anesthetizing cream about an hour in advance, the procedure is virtually pain free with little to no downtime.

Typically a series of one to three treatments with Morpheus8 can dramatically reduce the appearance of stretch marks on your abdomen, thighs and buttocks, giving your skin a fresh, more even glow.

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Morpheus8 applicator

Areas of treatment

Face
Neck
Back
Décolletage
Abs
Thighs
Butt

Lumecca applicator in hand

TREATMENT TIPS

Avoid wearing makeup to your appointment, or we’ll need to remove it before your treatment.

Avoid Retinol, active ingredients, and at-home peels for at least 7 days prior to your treatment.

Avoid Botox or filler treatments, or resurfacing for at least 2 weeks prior.

Avoid any type of tanning 3 to 4 weeks prior to treatment or use at least 30 SPF sunblock.

If you’ve been sunburned recently, it’s best to wait 3 weeks to a month before this treatment.

We recommend receiving this treatment a few days before an event, since you may experience some redness and flaking.

With Lumecca

Makeup can be applied immediately after treatment.

Include at least a 30 SPF sunscreen in your daily routine for at least 3 weeks after treatment.

Moisturizer should be applied after treatment.

With Morpheus8

Do not apply makeup 1-2 days after your service.

Avoid acids, Retinols, harsh scrubs, and exfoliants until you’re fully healed, about 5-10 days after treatment.

Avoid products and sun exposure for the first couple of days after your treatment.

Include at least a 30 SPF sunscreen in your daily routine.

You’ll likely experience noticeable redness, and possibly swelling, afterwards.

Do not pick any of the small scabs that may appear as a result of the microneedling process.

A cool compress or cooling masque will alleviate the swelling quicker.

Avoid working out or any activity where you break a sweat for 1-2 days after treatment.

BEFORE AND AFTERS

Lumecca facial acne and pigmentation treatment before and after photos by InMode
Morpheus facial acne treatment before and after photos by Dr. Ellis
Lumecca scar treatment before and after photos by Abramowitz, RPA-C
Morpheus8 facial acne treatment before and after photos by Dr. Hellman
Morpheus8 facial acne treatment before and after photos by Dr. Hellman
Morpheus8 facial acne treatment before and after photos by Dr. Chang
Forma facial treatment before and after photos by Dr. Mulholland

What our patients are saying

“

Last week after my treatment with VTone, I was able to jump rope at the gym for 20 minutes. Previously, I would have had to run to the bathroom after just 2 minutes. It was really worth it. I can do so much more now!

Eileen
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I haven’t slept through the night for more than three years. Normally, I wake up two or three times every night just to go to the bathroom. I never get enough sleep and often have headaches.

After just one treatment with VTone, I’m sleeping straight through the night without getting up. And, my headaches have gone away.

Rosa

FAQ

Can you really help eliminate active acne?

Yes, with protocols we’ve developed using Morpheus8, we can treat multiple depths simultaneously. The heat generated by the RF energy kills the bacteria that causes acne outbreaks, while simultaneously stimulating collagen and elastic production which causes the skin to take on a smoother, more even glow.

How soon will I see results?

Results will vary from person to person, depending on the severity of their acne, however we find that improvements may be noticeable in as little as 48 hours to about two weeks.

Will it work on acne scars and active acne?

Yes, depending on the type of treatment it will result in the clearing of the active acne, as well as softening of the acne scars.

How well does it work on incision scars?

Although these treatments will not erase incision scars, they will soften their appearance and make them far less noticeable.

Does it work on stretch marks?

Yes, these treatments will decrease the appearance of stretch marks.