Laser treatment for acne scars in London
Usually three or four UltraClear sessions, spaced so the skin heals between them.
UltraClear Laser London connects you with the doctor who uses UltraClear laser for acne scars at UNTIL Marylebone, a fractional resurfacing treatment that softens rolling and boxcar scars across three or four sessions.
The short answer
Laser resurfacing for acne scars, in brief
Acne scars sit below the surrounding skin because collagen was lost as the spots healed. A fractional laser treats a grid of tiny columns across the scarred skin; as they heal, the sharp edges soften and new collagen is thought to fill in from below. UltraClear does this with light at 2910 nm, which leaves little heat in the surrounding skin, and its coring technique reaches about a millimetre down for deeper scars.
Most people need three or four sessions spaced several weeks apart; judge the outcome a few months after the final one. UltraClear laser treatment in London explains the settings, and UltraClear prices lists what each costs.
UltraClear for acne scars at a glance
- Typical course3 to 4 sessions
- SpacingSeveral weeks apart
- Downtime3 to 10 days a session, by depth
- Judge the resultA few months after the last session
- Published pricesFull face from £850
Which acne scars respond to laser
Scar type decides most of the result, so the assessment starts by naming yours.
Rolling scars
Broad, shallow dips with soft edges that give the skin a wavy look in side light. They are caused by bands of scar tissue pulling the surface down, and they usually respond well to resurfacing over a course, sometimes with a separate release treatment for the deepest bands.
Boxcar scars
Round or oval scars with sharp vertical edges. Shallow boxcar scars soften well with fractional resurfacing, because the edges are what catch the light. Deep boxcar scars improve more slowly and may need coring or a combination of treatments.
Ice pick scars
Narrow, deep pits. They respond least to surface resurfacing because most of the scar sits below the reach of light settings, which is where coring, or a treatment aimed at the individual scar, comes in. Ice pick scar treatment covers all three scar types in more detail.
Red and brown marks after acne
Flat red or brown marks are not true scars. They often fade on their own and respond to the lighter settings; laser treatment for pigmentation covers brown marks.
What the UltraClear acne scar study found
In a study published in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine in 2024, 13 people with rolling or boxcar acne scars completed three UltraClear sessions six to eight weeks apart. Two reviewers who did not know which photograph was which rated the scars a mean of 47% better three months after the last session, and side effects were limited to mild redness, swelling and pinpoint bleeding.
Read the figure with its limits. The study was small, had no comparison group, included only lighter skin types II and III, and several authors advise the manufacturer. It supports a course of three sessions; it does not promise any single person a 47% change.
How many laser sessions acne scars need
The practitioner at UNTIL Marylebone usually plans three or four sessions for acne scarring. In the published study they were six to eight weeks apart, which gives the skin time to heal and the collagen time to start rebuilding before the next pass.
- Session days: numbing cream first, then the laser over the scarred areas, deeper over scars and lighter elsewhere.
- The following week: redness, swelling and flaking or bronzing for three to ten days, depending on depth.
- Between sessions: daily SPF 50 and no tanning, so the next session can go ahead.
- After the course: compare photographs a few months on, taken in matching light and at a matching angle.
Acne scar treatment in London: what it costs
The practitioner UltraClear Laser London connects you with publishes UltraClear prices per session by area: a full face is £850 in the lightest settings, £1,750 in Ultra mode and £4,250 for coring. Because acne scars usually need three or four sessions, ask what the whole course will cost, since it may mix settings. UltraClear prices by setting and area lists every published figure, checked on 13 October 2026.
The limits of laser for acne scars
No laser makes an acne scar disappear. A realistic aim is scars that are shallower, softer at the edges and less obvious in side light. Very deep ice pick scars, scars tethered by bands of tissue and scars in skin prone to raised scarring may need other treatments alongside or instead of laser, and active acne must be controlled first, because new spots make new scars. A GP or dermatologist is the place to start if your acne is still active. UltraClear vs CO2 laser compares the two resurfacing lasers most often used for scars.
Where acne scar laser treatment is given in Marylebone
UltraClear for acne scars is given at UNTIL Marylebone, 1 Orchard Street, W1H 6HJ, about 4 minutes on foot from Marble Arch and 7 from Bond Street by TfL’s journey planner. The practitioner’s clinic days are Tuesday and Thursday to Saturday, so a Saturday session lets the reddest days of recovery fall over a weekend. UltraClear at UNTIL Marylebone has directions and what to expect on the day.
FAQ
Laser for acne scars
your questions
Does laser treatment work on acne scars?
It is one of the main options for rolling and boxcar scars, often combined with other treatments for the deepest ones. Results depend on scar type, skin type and the number of sessions. UltraClear Laser London connects you with a doctor who names your scar types before recommending a laser course or another route.
How long after acne clears can I have laser?
Once active spots have settled and any acne medicine that makes skin sensitive to light has been stopped for about six months. Treating over active acne risks infection and new scarring. UltraClear Laser London sends your enquiry to a practitioner, and your history and timing are checked at the assessment.
Will I need time off work after laser for acne scars?
Usually a few days per session. Expect redness and some swelling for three to ten days, depending on depth, with flaking or a bronzed look as the surface renews. UltraClear Laser London suggests planning sessions before a weekend or quieter week and avoiding sun on the healing skin.
Does UltraClear work on dark skin with acne scars?
Often, with care, because darker skin is more prone to temporary darkening after laser. The published acne scar study included only lighter skin types, and the manufacturer designs its advanced settings for types I to III. UltraClear Laser London connects you with a doctor who sets energy and depth for your skin.
How much does acne scar laser treatment cost in London?
At the practice UltraClear Laser London connects you with, a full-face session costs £850 in the lightest settings, £1,750 in Ultra mode and £4,250 for coring, checked on 13 October 2026. Acne scars usually need three or four sessions, so ask the doctor for the cost of the whole course at your assessment.
Do laser results for acne scars last?
Usually, yes. The improvement comes from new collagen replacing scarred tissue, so it does not wear off like a filler. Skin still ages, and new acne can leave new scars, so keeping acne controlled matters. UltraClear Laser London connects you with a doctor who explains what to expect for your scars.
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