I decided on CO2 for acne scars from years of cystic acne on my cheek and chin. I also am almost 40, so aging was a motivation as well. I take good care of my skin, IPL, microneedling, retin A, injections hydrafacial, I do it all. The procedure: I was given Vicodin, Valium, nitrous and numbing cream. I won't lie, it still hurt in certain areas. About a 7 on a 1-10, and felt like being burned with a hot pan. Downtime: I was fully aware of the downtime and the massacre I would look