Can I start acne scar treatment even if I still have some blemishes like I do now?

My skin condition has been a bit iffy lately, so I keep debating when to start acne scar treatment. It’s not like I get a huge breakout all at once like before, but it’s not like I’m completely free of breakouts either. It’s fine for a while, but then one or two pop up when I’m not feeling well, and once they subside, marks remain. It feels like a never-ending cycle.

So, I'm not sure if it's okay to start acne scar treatment now, or if it would be better to wait until the new breakouts have completely stabilized. I am concerned about the scars, but I'm also worried that trying multiple treatments at once while my skin is still sensitive might actually be too much of a burden.

I want to get the order right rather than rushing into things. Are there cases where it is better to focus on reducing new breakouts first and then move on to treating acne scars?

On the other hand, if you only get one or two pimples occasionally like you do now, I'm curious if anyone also manages scar care. Ultimately, I know the most accurate decision is to have your skin condition assessed directly during the consultation, but I'd love to hear about the process from those who have gone through it.

During the acne scar treatment consultation, do you check not only the scars but also current breakouts and skin sensitivity? There are days when my skin is more sensitive than usual, so I would like to mention these aspects as well.

I am also curious if you postpone the next appointment or change the course of treatment if skin problems suddenly arise in the middle. I feel like I would be more at ease if you could adjust the plan based on my condition rather than strictly adhering to the initial schedule.

Has anyone else started acne scar treatment like me, when the new breakouts have significantly decreased but the scars aren't completely gone? I'm curious about the order in which you proceeded to minimize stress on your skin. I'd prefer to take it slow rather than trying to do everything at once, so please share your actual experiences :)

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