Treating acne scars in Dubai means balancing two goals at once, smoother texture and lower pigment risk. In melanin-rich skin, Fitzpatrick IV to VI, the safest path usually starts with Microneedling, Biosome Skin Pen at Genomed, often with PRP Face as an add-on, then considers energy devices such as fractional lasers or RF Facial Contouring, VFR when there is a clear benefit. Reviews show microneedling improves atrophic acne scars with modest downtime, and thermal devices, especially stronger ablative lasers, carry a higher chance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation if parameters or aftercare are not perfect in skin of color.
See more at Acne Scar Treatment in Dubai.
Why starting point matters in Fitz IV to VI, pigment biology and Dubai’s climate
Melanocytes in darker skin respond more vigorously to inflammation, heat, and visible light, so our first steps minimize cumulative irritation. Tinted sunscreens that contain iron oxides add protection against visible light, which helps reduce pigment rebound while you remodel scars. In Dubai you should reapply sunscreen every two hours when outdoors, you should also add hats and shade. These habits matter as much as device choice.
Microneedling, Biosome Skin Pen, cornerstone for texture with a favorable safety profile
What it does
Microneedling creates controlled micro-channels that stimulate fibroblasts to lay new collagen, which softens rolling and many boxcar scars without depositing heat in the epidermis.
Why we start here in Fitz IV to VI
Compared with many lasers, microneedling has a lower dyspigmentation risk in skin of color when parameters and aftercare are tailored. That is why we recommend it as a first-line remodeler for melanin-rich patients.
How we run it in Dubai
Zone-by-zone depth mapping, conservative first passes, photo tracking each visit, strict SPF with reapplication outdoors every two hours, hats and shade, and no heat or heavy sweat for about 48 hours. Collagen remodeling unfolds over six to twelve weeks, so a series outperforms a single aggressive session. Typical plans include three to five sessions spaced four to six weeks apart.
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PRP Face with Microneedling, who benefits and why we add it
Adding PRP Face to microneedling can enhance clinical improvement and patient satisfaction compared with microneedling alone, without higher rates of serious adverse events in pooled analyses. Many Dubai patients choose PRP during high UV months because it supports quality of healing. Session cadence usually remains three to five visits, the PRP improves quality, not the count.
Read more at PRP Face
RF Facial Contouring, VFR, when tightening joins texture and why it suits Fitz IV to VI
What it adds
RF microneedling delivers radiofrequency energy through insulated needles into the dermis. This provides collagen remodeling for scars and a subtle tightening effect for early laxity or thicker dermis. Reviews focused on skin of color report low rates of dyspigmentation when parameters and aftercare are tailored.
How we position it
If your goal is texture plus mild tightening, we may alternate Microneedling, Biosome Skin Pen with RF Facial Contouring, VFR, or swap one microneedling session for VFR once tolerance is established. During hotter months we prefer lower energies, fewer passes, early-day appointments, and slightly longer gaps between sessions. Learn more under Microneedling, Biosome Skin Pen while our RF section is being consolidated.
Fractional lasers in Dubai, when we consider them, plus the real risks and rewards
Effectiveness
Fractional lasers, ablative and non-ablative, can deliver large gains for atrophic acne scars, sometimes greater than microneedling in select patterns, however they bring longer downtime and a higher PIH risk in melanin-rich skin if not individualized.
Risk in skin of color
Published guidance documents higher rates of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation after stronger fractional CO₂ resurfacing in darker skin, non-ablative options still require conservative settings and densities. This is why we rarely start with lasers in Fitz IV to VI, we reserve them for specific indications with strict sun protection plans.
Chemical Peels and Medical Facials, how we control PIH between remodeling visits
Superficial lactic or mandelic acid peels, and enzyme-led Medical Facials, help lighten PIH, keep the barrier healthy, and maintain glow between microneedling or VFR sessions. Evidence in skin of color supports these acids for pigment control with good tolerability when medically supervised. We alternate, not stack, so irritation stays low.
Explore Chemical Peel Treatment in Dubai and HydraFacial in Dubai.
Who should start with Microneedling, Biosome Skin Pen, practical signals
Rolling scars or shallow boxcars, especially with an overlying PIH map
Fitz IV to VI, or anyone with a personal history of PIH
Outdoor routines, construction, sport, or frequent social events that make long downtime impractical
First time procedural patients who want predictable, stepwise progression with photos over three to five sessions
These profiles do well with microneedling as a base, plus PRP Face for quality, and PIH-smart peels or facials slotted between visits.
Sample Dubai plan, Fitz IV to VI, build for texture and tone
Week 1, Microneedling, Biosome Skin Pen, consider PRP Face.
Week 3, Medical Brightening Facial or superficial lactic or mandelic peel.
Week 5, Microneedling, consider PRP Face again.
Week 7, Barrier reset with hydrating facial and LED, no acids if reactive
Week 9, Microneedling again, or RF Facial Contouring, VFR if mild laxity is present, details under Microneedling
Week 11, Hydrating maintenance facial and pre-final tune up
Aftercare, always, SPF 50 plus with reapplication outdoors every two hours, prefer tinted or iron oxide formulas for visible light, hats and shade, and no heat or heavy sweat for about 48 hours after procedures
Optional finisher for glow once texture improves, consider Skin Booster, this does not remodel scars, it enhances hydration and light reflection.
Device note, Cynosure Elite+ is our laser hair removal platform, great for LHR, not first-line for acne scars or PIH in our protocols.
