Acne & Acne Scarring: Which Treatment Is Right for You — SkinPen, BioRePeel or BBL HEROic Forever Clear?

Acne doesn’t just affect your skin — it can affect your confidence long after breakouts have healed. At Laser & Skin Belfast, we see many clients who struggle not only with active acne, but also with the pigmentation, redness, and textural scarring it leaves behind.

With advanced technology and clinical-grade treatments like BBL HEROic Forever Clear, SkinPen® microneedling, and BioRePeel, we can tailor a plan to address both acne and its after-effects — helping you achieve clearer, smoother, and more even-toned skin.

💡 Understanding Acne and Scarring

Active acne occurs when oil, dead skin and bacteria block pores, leading to inflammation. Once breakouts settle, skin may be left with:

• Pigmentation (post-inflammatory marks or redness)

• Uneven texture or pitted scarring

• Residual congestion or dullness

Each of these concerns needs a slightly different approach — which is why we combine medical-grade treatments for the best results.

BBL HEROic Forever Clear — for active acne, redness and texture

BBL HEROic Forever Clear is Sciton’s most advanced broadband light system, designed to target acne at every stage — from active breakouts to post-acne healing. It uses three precise light wavelengths to:

1. Blue light (415 nm) — eliminates acne-causing bacteria deep within the pores.

2. Yellow light (560 nm) — reduces inflammation and redness for calmer, clearer skin.

3. Infrared Skin Smooth™ step (800–1200 nm) — unique to the HEROic platform, this final pass gently heats the dermis to stimulate collagen, refine skin texture, and soften early scarring.

That third Skin Smooth™ stage makes Forever Clear BBL HEROic stand out — it doesn’t just clear acne, it helps improve texture and pore visibility, promoting long-term skin renewal and radiance.

Best for: active acne, redness, inflammation, enlarged pores, and early scarring. Downtime: none.

Results: clearer, calmer, smoother skin with continued collagen improvement.

SkinPen® Microneedling — for acne scarring & texture

When acne leaves behind indented or uneven skin, SkinPen® microneedling helps remodel the dermis from within. Using sterile, single-use needles, SkinPen creates controlled micro-injuries that trigger your body’s natural collagen and elastin production — repairing damaged tissue and smoothing irregular texture.

It’s the gold-standard, FDA-cleared microneedling device and clinically proven to improve the appearance of acne scars safely across all skin tones.

Best for: pitted or textured acne scarring, enlarged pores, uneven tone.

Downtime: 24–48 hours of mild redness.

Results: smoother, firmer skin that continues to improve for up to 3 months post-treatment.

BioRePeel — for post-acne pigmentation & surface texture

BioRePeel is a next-generation chemical peel combining trichloroacetic acid (TCA) with amino acids, vitamins and antioxidants. It gently exfoliates the upper layers of skin, clears congestion and brightens dull, uneven tone — without the heavy peeling or downtime of traditional acids.

It’s excellent for clients with mild scarring, pigmentation or post-inflammatory marks, and can be used on all skin types, including sensitive and ethnic skin.

Best for: superficial scarring, discolouration, dull or uneven texture.

Downtime: mild flaking for 1–3 days.

Results: clearer, brighter, more refined skin tone.

So, which is right for you?

Skin Concern	Best Treatment	Why
Active acne or inflammation	BBL HEROic Forever Clear	Clears bacteria, reduces redness, and the Skin Smooth™ step improves texture and early scarring.
Pigmentation, redness, or uneven tone	BioRePeel	Brightens, resurfaces and fades post-acne marks.
Textural or indented scarring	SkinPen®	Stimulates new collagen to remodel deeper acne scars.

For many clients, a combination approach delivers the most transformative results — for example, starting with BBL HEROic Forever Clear to control breakouts, followed by SkinPen® or BioRePeel to refine texture and tone once the skin is stable.

🌿 Your Clear Skin Plan at Laser & Skin Belfast

Every acne and scarring case is unique. During your consultation, our practitioners will assess your skin type, scar depth and activity level to design a personalised treatment plan.

Whether you’re struggling with breakouts, pigmentation or long-standing acne scarring, we’ll guide you towards a clear, confident complexion — safely and effectively.

Book your consultation today and let us create your bespoke skin recovery plan.

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