How many Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) sessions fit into a 3-month plan?

Most patients complete 3–4 Microneedling sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart across 12 weeks. Deeper scars may benefit from an extra session or later maintenance.

Which Chemical Peel is used between sessions—Lactic or Mandelic?

Lactic is preferred for dry/sensitive skin and first-time peelers; Mandelic suits acne-prone or oilier skin. Both are pigment-safe for Fitz IV–VI under medical supervision.

Can I do a Chemical Peel on the same day as Microneedling or RF (VFR)?

At Genomed we typically alternate, not stack, to minimize cumulative inflammation and reduce PIH risk—usually spacing modalities by 10–14 days.

Where does a Skin Booster fit in the 12-week plan?

Around Week 6, once early texture improvement appears. Skin Boosters don’t remodel scars but they enhance hydration and light-reflection to showcase results.

Is the plan safe for Fitzpatrick IV–VI in Dubai’s sun?

Yes—your schedule is pigment-safe when you follow strict SPF 50+, hats/shade, and barrier-first aftercare. We use conservative parameters and alternate modalities to limit inflammation.

What if I have a few deep ice-pick scars during the 3-month program?

We’ll improve surrounding texture with Microneedling ± PRP and, if appropriate, schedule focal techniques such as TCA-CROSS on a separate date—not stacked with remodeling sessions.

3-Month Acne Scar Reset in Dubai | Microneedling + Peels + PRP + VFR

Q: Should I add PRP Face to every Microneedling session?

You can. Many patients perceive better quality gains when PRP Face is used as the glide medium and post-infusion, although it’s tailored to your goals, tolerance, and budget.

Q: When do you switch from Microneedling to RF Facial Contouring (VFR) in this program?

At around Week 8, if texture coexists with early laxity or thicker dermis, we may substitute RF Facial Contouring (VFR) to add controlled dermal heat for tightening while remodeling scars.

Acne scars rarely respond to a single, aggressive session—especially in Dubai’s high-UV climate and in melanin-rich skin. The most reliable, pigment-safe results come from a structured series: consistent Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) to reorganize collagen, Chemical Peels/Medical Facials to control PIH, PRP Face to accelerate tissue repair, and RF Facial Contouring (VFR) when mild laxity or thicker dermis calls for controlled dermal heat. This guide lays out a 12-week plan you can follow step by step—built to minimize inflammation, maintain barrier health, and steadily improve texture + tone.

Why a 3-Month Program Works

Collagen remodeling is biologic, not instantaneous. After controlled micro-injury (microneedling/RF), fibroblasts need 6–12 weeks to lay and reorganize new collagen. Meanwhile, superficial, pigment-safe peels and medical facials can lighten PIH and keep the barrier calm so you don’t backslide. Scheduling modalities in a staggered, alternating pattern lets you progress without stacking irritation—a key to avoiding rebound hyperpigmentation (PIH) in Fitz IV–VI.

Who’s an Ideal Candidate (and who should wait)?

Great fit:

Rolling or shallow boxcar scars (often with PIH overlays)
Enlarged pores, “orange peel” texture, dullness
Mild lower-face laxity or thicker dermis (benefits from VFR)

We’ll individualize/possibly delay:

Active, inflamed acne (we calm first)
Very recent isotretinoin (timing/parameters tailored)
Eczema/compromised barrier flare (repair before procedures)
Strong keloid history (cautious parameters or alternatives)

The 12-Week Dubai Schedule (Fitz IV–VI Safe)

Week −2 to 0 — Pigment-Safe Prep (Home + Clinic)

Home: fragrance-free cleanser, barrier moisturizer; add niacinamide or tranexamic acid serum if advised.
Clinic: baseline photos, scar typing (rolling/boxcar/ice-pick), melanin sensitivity review, sun-safety briefing.

Week 1 — Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) Session #1 ± PRP Face

Goal: controlled micro-channels for collagen induction; optional PRP Face as glide + post-infusion to support healing and perceived improvement.
Downtime: 24–48h redness; mineral makeup usually day 2.
Aftercare (Dubai): SPF 50+ daily, hats/shade; no heat/sweat 48h; pause acids/retinoids ~1 week.

Week 2 — Chemical Peel (Lactic/Mandelic) or Medical Brightening Facial

Goal: lift surface pigment, keep barrier calm.
Pick: Lactic if dehydrated/sensitive; Mandelic if acne-prone/oily.
Alt: Enzyme-led Medical Facial + LED if extra gentle needed.

Week 4 — Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) Session #2 ± PRP Face

Adjust: depth by zone (forehead vs cheeks) according to tolerance and response.
PIH-prone? Keep parameters conservative; LED post-care optional.

Week 5 — Chemical Peel (Lactic/Mandelic) or Medical Facial

Maintain tone gains; avoid stacking irritation.

Week 6 — Skin Booster (Optional)

Why now: hydration and luminosity once initial texture is improving; pairs well with needling series to enhance light-reflectivity.

Week 7 — Barrier Reset & PIH Control (No Procedures)

Clinic (pick one): Enzyme-led Medical Brightening Facial + LED or Hydrating Maintenance Facial (no acids).
Home (7 days): Gentle cleanse → barrier moisturizer; SPF 50+ (tinted/iron oxides ideal); hats/shade; avoid heat/sweat 48h.
Actives: Reintroduce lightly on day 5–7 only if skin is calm.
Why: Calm the barrier and pigment pathways before Week 8 Microneedling #3 or RF VFR #1 to lower PIH risk.

Week 8 — Choice Point: Microneedling #3 or RF Facial Contouring (VFR) #1

If primarily texture: continue Biosome Skin Pen.
If texture + early laxity/thicker dermis: substitute RF VFR—insulated needles deliver RF in the dermis for tightening + remodeling, with low dyspigmentation risk when settings are conservative in Fitz IV–VI.

Week 9–10 — Peel/Medical Facial Maintenance

Continue lactic/mandelic or enzyme facial; keep UV vigilance high.

Week 11 — Pre-Final Tune-Up (No Procedures)

Clinic (pick one): Medical Brightening Facial + LED or Hydrating Maintenance Facial (no exfoliants if reactive).
Quick review: Photos, map persistent scars/PIH, confirm Week 12 parameters (MN depth or VFR energy) ± PRP Face.
Home (7 days): Gentle care; SPF 50+ (tinted/iron oxides); light retinoid QOD if skin is calm; stop all actives 72h pre-Week 12.
Why: Keep inflammation low and prep skin so the final remodeling session works harder with fewer side effects.

Week 12 — Review & Fourth Session (MN or VFR) + Plan Maintenance

Compare photos; decide on Microneedling #4 or VFR #2, or pause and schedule 6–12-month maintenance.
For ice-pick scars still prominent, discuss focal methods (e.g., TCA-CROSS) performed selectively.

Track by Scar Type (How We Personalize)

Rolling: Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) base → add PRP Face for recovery and perceived improvement → consider RF VFR if mild laxity present → peels/facials between sessions for PIH.
Boxcar: Microneedling ± PRP Face; RF VFR helps when dermis is thick/edges are firm; peels/facials for color only.
Ice-pick: improve surrounding texture with Microneedling ± PRP; consider focal TCA-CROSS when appropriate; peels/facials to manage PIH around lesions.

Safety for Fitz IV–VI: What We Do Differently

Conservative first pass on depths/energy; escalate only with tolerance
Alternate, don’t stack (MN/VFR and peels on separate weeks)
Adjunct LED post-procedure to temper inflammation
SPF 50+ with visible-light protection (tinted/iron oxides) + hats/shade
Barrier-first home routine (no harsh scrubs; reintroduce actives day 4–5 if comfortable)

What Results to Expect (and When)

2–3 weeks: smoother makeup lay, early pore softening, brighter tone
6–12 weeks: visible collagen remodeling; shallow rolling/boxcar scars soften
3–5 sessions total: meaningful refinement; maintenance touch-ups extend gains

Work & Social Downtime in Dubai

Most patients are “back to camera” day 2–3 after microneedling or VFR. Light peels/facials cause 3–5 days of flaking at most. We schedule early-day appointments and emphasize sun-avoidance windows to fit Dubai routines.

Service-Specific Sections (with direct links)

Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) in Dubai

Collagen induction cornerstone for rolling/boxcar scars with favorable safety in skin of color.

👉 Microneedling

Chemical Peels/Medical Facials for PIH

Pigment-safe lactic/mandelic blends and enzyme facials maintain tone between remodeling sessions.

👉 Chemical Peel in Dubai • Facials in Dubai

PRP Face (Add-On)

Autologous growth factors frequently enhance clinical improvement and satisfaction when combined with microneedling.

👉 PRP Face in Dubai

RF Facial Contouring (VFR)

For texture plus early laxity; insulated needles deliver RF to the dermis with low PIH risk when tailored for Fitz IV–VI.

Skin Booster in Dubai (Optional Finisher)

Micro-injections of hydrating actives for glassier light-reflection once texture improves.

👉 Skin Booster in Dubai

Note on Cynosure Elite+ (LHR): superb laser hair removal platform, but not first-line for acne scars or PIH in our protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions (service-specific, Dubai-focused)

1. How many Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen) sessions do I need in this 3-month plan?

Most patients complete 3–4 sessions at 4–6-week intervals within 12 weeks; deeper scars may benefit from an additional session or later maintenance.

2. Should I add PRP Face to every Microneedling session?

You can—many patients perceive faster quality gains when PRP Face is used as glide + infusion each time. We’ll tailor based on budget, downtime preference, and response.

3. When do you switch from Microneedling to RF Facial Contouring (VFR)?

If we see texture + early laxity or thicker dermis, we may substitute VFR at Week 8 to add controlled dermal heat for tightening while remodeling scars.

4. Which Chemical Peel will I get between sessions—Lactic or Mandelic?

Lactic for dry/sensitive or first-time peelers; Mandelic for acne-prone, oilier skin. Both are pigment-safe when medically supervised.

5. Can I do Chemical Peel on the same day as Microneedling or VFR?

At Genomed we alternate rather than stack to limit cumulative inflammation and reduce PIH risk—typically spacing modalities 10–14 days apart.

6. Will Skin Booster help my acne scars in this program?

Skin Boosters don’t remodel scars but visibly enhance hydration and glow, making texture improvements look more radiant—ideal around Week 6.

7. I have a few deep ice-pick scars—what’s the plan within 3 months?

We’ll improve surrounding texture with Microneedling ± PRP and discuss focal TCA-CROSS for the deepest tracts if appropriate—scheduled away from other modalities.

8. How much does the 12-week plan cost in Dubai?

Costs vary by modality mix and add-ons (e.g., PRP Face, Skin Booster). See /microneedling/price and /facials/price, and ask us for a bundle with staged payments.

3-Month Acne Scar Reset in Dubai (Fitz IV–VI Safe): Schedule with Microneedling (Biosome Skin Pen), Chemical Peels/Medical Facials, PRP Face & RF Facial Contouring (VFR)