Acne is one of the growing pains of puberty and persists into adulthood for more than 90% of the population. While acne may be temporary, there are social and psychological implications on 14% of those suffering from acne. Along with these implications, acne scars are a lingering reminder of acne. These pesky scars are tricky to get rid of and manifest in a multitude of ways. From slight discolourations to obvious depressed scars, these imperfections typically become more visible as we age due to the decline of collagen production. Studies have shown that 1 in 7 of acne scars are severe with its concave features deemed “disfiguring”. All hope’s not lost. Rejuran S is specially formulated to tackle acne scars from within your skin.

What Is Rejuran S?

Rejuran S is an injection treatment capable of stimulating collagen repair, remodelling, and regeneration from within. Compared to the popular version, Rejuran Healer, Rejuran S is higher in its PDRN concentration and is thicker in viscosity. Why these differences you ask? Its gel-like consistency enables it to create a scaffold to fill up depressed scars, chicken pox scars and even stretch marks.

How Does It Work?

Let’s start with acne scars first. Acne scars form when the outermost and deeper layers of skin have been damaged. Unable to regenerate itself properly, the wound is replaced by tissue made of collagen fibres, which fills from inside out. Acne scars usually develop when there’s complications during this healing process. This is where Rejuran S comes in.

The secret lies in the key ingredient - polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN). Derived from salmon DNA, these essential building blocks have been clinically proven to stimulate long term regeneration and tackle inflammation on the cellular level, thereby improving hydration and oil balance as well as collagen production. The increased collagen production thereby promotes the healing of the skin from within, allowing effective treatment of acne scars and achieving smooth, clear skin.

How Is It Different From Other Rejuran?

The main difference is in the concentration and texture. Rejuran Healer is designed to focus on facial rejuvenation as a whole, while Rejuran S targets the acne scars and still supplies the skin with anti-ageing properties.

The thick texture of the Rejuran S "fills" up the scars for notable improvement. Although the effect takes a while to kick in, it boosts skin rejuvenation. So, if you are looking for minimally invasive treatment, safe, and with minimal downtime, then look no further. With Rejuran S, you can finally say goodbye to those pesky acne scars.

What Is the Procedure Like?

Before the treatment begins, the patient receives a numbing cream. This curbs the discomfort and provides people with a more comfortable experience.

The procedure begins when the solution is injected either manually or via an injector machine. You might feel pinching. But, the overall experience is very tolerable. The procedure lasts from 30 min to 60 min. When the treatment is done, patients often have tiny bumps over the affected area. A recovery cream is then applied to the area to help speed up skin recovery.

Ask your doctor if you can massage the area over the next couple of days. You will also notice some bruising and needle marks post-Acne Scars treatment. This is normal, and they often take 5 to 7 days to recover.

What Is the Recovery Like?

You may feel some mild itchiness, inflammation, and redness post treatment. It’s recommended to stay indoors, especially the first 2 days as the skin becomes susceptible to damage from the sun.

Also, don't worry about the needle marks. They will fade in around 2 to 3 days. The bruising takes longer, roughly 7 to 10 days. But, it too will subside. While the recovery period is in full swing (first 1 to 2 weeks), don't apply make-up; use vigorous exercise or massages directly on the injection sites. That way, you can prevent clogging and external damage.

Are There Risks? What About Pain?

Rejuran S is packed with PDRN, which is highly biocompatible sal,om DNA fragments that’s 96% to the human body. Therefore, the treatment itself is very unlikely to cause any problems. If you’re allergic to salmon or seafood, it’s advisable to avoid Rejuran.

Additionally, if you’re on blood thinners, you might want to consider other alternatives as Rejuran S is an injectable treatment, and your medication would make your skin more susceptible to bleeding and bruising.

As for pain, it will be moderate yet tolerable. The numbing cream before treatment helps ensure the pain levels are tolerable if not painless.

How Important Is the Doctor?

To minimize the risk and maximize the results, you need an expert you can trust. With Rejuran S, you get the ultimate experience for tackling various scars. The specialized and uniquely tailored approach can aid various patients. Rather than being used as a monotherapy for deeper scar types, Rejuran S is a practical approach for assisting the primary treatment method.

How Long Till I Can See Results?

For ultimate results, it’s best that you take 3 treatments spaced about a month apart. After the 1st session, it will take 3 to 4 weeks for it to work. Of course, everyone has different scarring problems. Some require less, while others need more rigorous treatments.

An expert can give you a better estimate of the number of treatments you need. The treatment itself is quite versatile. Meaning that you can use it on rolling scars, box scars, ice pick scars, etc. It could be a combined or a stand-alone product.

What patients like best are its anti-ageing effects. They notice a healthy glow, sort of like radiance in the skin. Paired with adequate hydration, decreased fine lines, and better smoothness. Basically, they end up with youth-regenerating properties.

Your doctor can suggest which customized Acne Scars treatment Singapore protocol is best meant for your needs. They will observe the type, extent, and severity of the acne scars. The goal is to achieve optimal results that can benefit your skin type.

Is It Permanent?

The final scar appearance varies. However, with repeated treatments, they become shallower, and the results are often permanent. Since the solution works at the skin’s DNA level, the progress is gradual, natural, and lasting.

The texture and smoothness of the skin improve, and the oiliness subsides. It can take 28 days for the collagen production to get back on track. That's where each treatment comes into play. Slowly but surely building natural restoration.

What’s the Cost Like?

You can expect to spend $298 per session. This is not a hefty price to pay, given the sheer impact of the treatment.

Are There Alternatives?

Interested in the alternatives? We’ve categorised them into injectables and non-injectable options and can be combined synergistically with Rejuran S injectable for magnified effect.

Injectables

Profhilo skin booster is clinically proven to regenerate skin collagen and tighten skin elastin and lift the skin from the inside. When skin is reinforced by the new collagen and elastins, the scars’ appearance will be reduced or even disappear over time.

Non-injectables

If you’re not comfortable with injectables and prefer needless solutions, you can consider these 4 alternatives of different treatment options. Fractional lasers and sublative radio frequency which are popular treatments use infrared technology to deliver thermal energy deep below your skin. Microneedling utilizes tiny needles that are applied to the skin with gentle pressure or pulses, creating thousands of microdermal wounds, sending a signal to the skin to kickstart the healing process, increasing collagen production and promoting healthy skin cell turnover. Because this process relies on a healthy skin response, it is best used on younger patients who are likely to have a faster cell renewal cycle.

Treatments	Profhilo	Pico Laser	Fotona 4D	eMatrix	Rejuva
Treatment Type	Injectible	Fractional lasers	Fractional lasers	Sublative radio frequency	Microneedling
Purpose	Boost collagen and elastin production	Suitable for tanned skin Better at treating indented scars	Tighten skin, but also used to improve acne scars	Reduction of stretch marks, acne scars and pore size Lessening of fine lines and wrinkles	For acne scars, wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage Not suitable for active acne treatment
Sessions	2-3 sessions	2-6 sessions may be repeated between 1-4 weeks	3-4 sessions	2-3 sessions	3-5 treatments, monthly intervals
Side Effects	Bumps on injection spots Redness	Pinkish spots Redness	Short-term swelling Redness	Slight swelling in a day or two	Short-term swelling Redness Skin flaking
Price	From $880/session	From $198/session	From $298/session	From $939/session	From $454/session

Final Thoughts

Breakouts can be downright infuriating. But, when acne ends up leaving scars, that’s when people really start to notice their impact. The scars can affect your self-esteem and won’t heal on their own. Unless you receive the necessary treatment, it is difficult to mitigate the appearance of the skin. With Rejuran S, you can finally work on the scars that have put you down. The treatment itself is highly effective and makes for a worthwhile approach. If you overlook the minimal invasiveness and downtime, you can reap the benefits.

Rejuran S is versatile, potent, and practical. The skin will get its much-needed break and find the time to heal. This is exactly what you need after struggling with acne for so long.