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Agnes RF

Agnes RF Acne & Scar Treatment

Precision radiofrequency energy targets sebaceous glands at their root to address chronic acne and remodel scar tissue beneath the skin surface.

Why patients choose Agnes RF Acne & Scar Treatment

Targets sebaceous glands at the root

Agnes RF delivers energy directly into oil-producing glands, disrupting the source of chronic acne rather than treating surface symptoms.

Reduces chronic acne — not just temporary relief

By permanently impairing overactive sebaceous glands, results are lasting and accumulate with each session.

Smooths scar texture over time

RF energy remodels scar tissue beneath the skin surface, gradually improving texture and reducing the depth of atrophic scars.

Insulated needle precision

The insulated shaft protects the epidermis while delivering targeted energy to the exact dermal depth required for each concern.

Results build progressively over weeks

Collagen remodeling and gland disruption continue after each session, with full results typically visible over two to three months.

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What this treatment addresses

Acne
Cystic Acne
Acne Scars
Enlarged Pores
Skin Texture
Sebaceous Hyperplasia

Also known as

pimple scarsacne markspitted skinbreakout scarschickenpox scarsacne cratersenlarged poresoily skin treatment

How it works

Agnes RF delivers square-wave radiofrequency energy through a fine insulated needle directly into the sebaceous gland, raising the temperature within the gland to disrupt its ability to produce excess sebum. This targeted approach addresses oil production at the biological source rather than through systemic medications or surface-level treatments. The same RF energy also remodels scar tissue beneath the skin surface, stimulating fibroblast activity and gradually softening the appearance of atrophic scars over multiple sessions. Because the needle is insulated along its shaft, the surrounding epidermis is protected throughout the procedure.

How Agnes RF Treats Acne and Scars

✅ Agnes RF uses insulated needles to deliver radiofrequency energy deep under the skin to heat tissue, stimulate regeneration, and reverse-age the skin.
✅ It targets specific diseased sebaceous glands to progressively decrease the number of potential cystic acne targets over time.
✅ It regrows collagen, elastin, and connective fibers, giving you healthier, less inflamed skin.
✅ Removing destroyed, non-functioning oil glands will not make your face dry or flaky because healthy oil glands remain untouched.
✅ The treatment smooths out deep, pitted ice pick acne scars by restoring the missing connective tissue beneath them.
✅ Treating inflamed cystic areas does not stimulate inflammation in other areas or cause an embarrassing purging breakout.
✅ The number of sessions required depends on your starting point and the severity of active lesions.
✅ The insulated needles deliver energy with microscopic precision, meaning healthy surrounding skin is not burned or damaged.
✅ Stop using harsh cleansers, soaps, salicylic acid, and trichloroacetic acid, as stripping natural oils and altering your skin's acid pH causes damage.
✅ Pause retinoids and tretinoin for at least one week prior to avoid baseline inflammation during treatment.

Clear active acne and smooth deep scars at Magnolia Skin Center 🎯

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VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION (CONDENSED):

Q: Will this permanently stop my painful chronic cystic acne from flaring up ever again?
Dr. David: Nothing can say that chronic cystic acne will never flare again. However, because we target specific glands where you have cystic acne problems, we decrease the number of targets that can develop into cystic acne over time. We are also reverse-aging your skin, regrowing collagen, elastin, and fiber, and giving you healthier skin that is less inflamed.

Q: If you destroy my overactive oil glands to stop the acne, will it make my face dry and flaky?
Dr. David: No, absolutely not. We go after specific oil glands that have become diseased with cystic acne and are no longer functioning as productive oil glands—they have just become an inflammatory, damaged mess. We are not removing anything that is still working properly.

Q: Can this smooth out deep pitted ice pick acne scars, or does it only work on red active bumps?
Dr. David: Yes, it can smooth out deep pitted ice pick acne scars because those areas have lost connective tissue. This brings back connective tissue so they begin to fill back in and look more normal again.

Q: Will this cause my acne-prone skin to experience a massive embarrassing purging breakout?
Dr. David: No. Taking out the areas that are inflamed and getting them under control is not going to stimulate more inflammation to activate in other areas.

Q: How many sessions will it take to finally get clear smooth skin that I don't have to hide with makeup?
Dr. David: Everyone is different and it depends on the severity of your case. A large amount of active lesions will take longer, whereas milder or moderate cases take fewer sessions.

Q: Is this going to damage or burn the healthy skin surrounding my old acne scars?
Dr. David: No, because it is very targeted. I deliver the energy exactly to the damaged, inflamed cystic areas and not to the healthy, normal skin around them.

Q: Do I have to stop using my prescription acne creams or face washes before I get this done?
Dr. David: Yes. A lot of topical treatments actually cause problems. Aggressive cleaning with astringents, soaps, and detergents removes your natural protective oils, leaving dry, undefended skin, and shifts your skin from its natural acidic pH to a basic pH. Stop using astringents, detergents, salicylic acid, or trichloroacetic acid, and pause retinoids or tretinoin for about a week or more prior to treatment to avoid inflammation.

Ready to experience Agnes RF Acne & Scar Treatment?

Not sure if it's right for you? Book a complimentary 15-minute video consultation with our team.

Book a Complimentary 15 Minute Video Call

Prefer to call or text? (747) 305-8973

Magnolia Skin Center — 3508 1/2 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505

Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Results may vary. All aesthetic treatments should only be performed by a licensed or trained professional following a proper consultation. Please consult with a qualified provider to determine if this treatment is right for you. Magnolia Skin Center is located in Burbank, CA and serves clients in the greater Los Angeles area.