Microneedling vs Laser for Acne Scars: Which Do You Need?

For rolling and shallow boxcar scars, medical microneedling is typically the first choice — safer for Indian skin tones, lower downtime, more affordable per session.

When laser wins

Deep boxcar and severe texture cases sometimes need fractional laser. Requires an experienced operator to avoid pigmentation on brown skin.

When microneedling wins

Most Indian acne scar cases. Combines beautifully with PRP. Lower risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation.

Cost comparison

Microneedling: ₹4,500–₹8,500 per session. Fractional laser: often 2–3x more, with longer downtime.

Our default

Start with microneedling + PRP for 4–6 sessions. Add TCA CROSS for ice-pick scars. Escalate to laser only if response plateaus.