What is the recommended order of procedures to manage acne scars and redness together?

Hello. I have been experiencing recurring acne on my chin and cheeks for several years, and I am concerned because red marks and shallow pitted scars remain wherever breakouts have occurred. I feel that washing my face and using ointments have reached their limits, so I am looking into treatments. I would like to ask for your advice on the best approach.

I am currently considering two main options. One is to reduce the redness first after the inflammation subsides, and the other is to undergo a procedure to improve the scar itself first. I have heard that it is possible to do both at once, so I am wondering if it is okay to receive them together or if I should have them done separately with some time in between.

Another thing is lifestyle management. As a working professional, it is difficult to make time frequently, so I would like to know what products or habits I should practice at home between treatments. Are there any specific areas I should pay attention to besides sun protection and sebum control?

Finally, I also need a rough estimate of the cost and recovery period. It would be very helpful for me to prepare before the consultation if you could let me know how much I should expect per session and how much it might interfere with my daily life after the procedure. Thank you for reading.

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  • 피부미녀될꼬야
    붉은 자국과 패인 흉터를 나눠 질문하신 점이 좋네요. 아직 반복되는 염증부터 살펴야 하는지 먼저 확인받고, 붉은기와 흉터를 각각 평가할 시점도 물어보세요. 자주 방문하기 어렵다는 일정과 평소 쓰는 연고를 함께 알려 주시면 상담에 도움이 되겠어요. 비용은 부위와 관리 종류별로, 회복 기간은 화장·출근이 가능한 기준까지 나눠 안내받으시면 좋겠습니다.

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