Acne Scars: Treatment Options in Gangnam

Short answer: Indented rolling, boxcar or icepick marks left after inflamed acne heals. It is mainly caused by deep inflammatory acne, picking, delayed treatment and genetics. In Gangnam, clinics most often treat it with Juvelook, Rejuran Healer, Rejuran S; typical costs start around ₩100,000 per session.

At a glance

• Area: Skin Texture
• Main causes: Deep inflammatory acne, picking, delayed treatment and genetics
• Top treatments: Juvelook, Rejuran Healer, Rejuran S, PicoSure
• Price range: ₩100,000–₩1,000,000 depending on method
• Where: Clinics in Sinsa, Apgujeong, Cheongdam and Gangnam Station

What is acne scars?

Indented rolling, boxcar or icepick marks left after inflamed acne heals. Common causes include deep inflammatory acne, picking, delayed treatment and genetics. Because several factors are often involved at once, Gangnam clinics usually begin with a skin or facial analysis and then combine treatments rather than relying on a single procedure.

Treatments for acne scars in Gangnam

• Juvelook – a Korean PDLLA plus HA skin booster that improves texture, pores and fine scars (typically ₩300,000–₩800,000; downtime: small bumps 1-3 days)
• Rejuran Healer – a salmon-DNA PN (polynucleotide) skin booster that repairs and thickens skin (typically ₩150,000–₩400,000; downtime: bumps 1-2 days)
• Rejuran S – a dense PN formula for depressed acne scars (typically ₩200,000–₩400,000; downtime: bumps 1-3 days)
• PicoSure – Cynosure's picosecond laser for pigment and focus-lens skin revitalisation (typically ₩150,000–₩500,000; downtime: redness 1 day)
• Fractional CO2 Laser – an ablative fractional laser for scars, wrinkles and texture (typically ₩150,000–₩500,000; downtime: 5-7 days of redness and flaking)
• Erbium Laser Resurfacing – an ablative erbium laser for precise resurfacing with shorter healing (typically ₩150,000–₩500,000; downtime: 3-5 days)
• Fraxel Laser – a non-ablative fractional laser for texture, pores and pigment (typically ₩200,000–₩600,000; downtime: 2-3 days of redness)
• Potenza RF Microneedling – an RF microneedling platform for acne, scars and pores (typically ₩300,000–₩800,000; downtime: redness 1-3 days)

How doctors build a plan

A typical plan starts with the least invasive option that matches the cause, then adds stronger treatments if needed. Many visitors combine a device treatment with an injectable on the same day, but your doctor should confirm what can be safely combined and how far apart sessions should be.

Cost of treating acne scars in Seoul

Depending on the method, single sessions in Gangnam range from about ₩100,000 to ₩1,000,000. Packages of 3–10 sessions are common for gradual treatments and usually lower the per-session price.

Aftercare and prevention

Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, a gentle barrier-supporting routine and avoiding picking or over-exfoliating protect your results. Follow the clinic's written aftercare and ask how to reach them after you return home.

Explore related guides

Treatments: Juvelook · Rejuran Healer · Rejuran S · PicoSure · Fractional CO2 Laser · Erbium Laser Resurfacing · Fraxel Laser · Potenza RF Microneedling · Secret RF · Acne Scar Subcision · TCA Cross · Scar Revision

Goals: Korean Glass Skin · Collagen Rebuilding · Skin Barrier Repair · Clear Skin · Brighter Skin · Smoother Texture

Medical information on this page is general guidance for international visitors, not personal medical advice. Prices are typical Gangnam ranges and change often; confirm current pricing, suitability and risks directly with a licensed clinic.