Restylane Skinboosters Vital vs. Vital Light, what's the difference? Will it help with my rolling acne scars?

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What's the difference between Restylane Skinboosters Vital and Restylane Skinboosters Vital Light? And will it help with my rolling acne scars? My dermatologist recommended it to me, but after reading about it on the internet, I'm not sure it will fill my scars. I think it only helps with the overall complexion.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

"​Acne scars need a combination approach for long-term improvement. Everyone has a unique pattern of acne scarring, and most people have various types of scars, so we create a tailored treatment plan for each patient. We often use:
- Injectable fillers like Bellafill and Sculptra (with or without subcision) for atrophic, indented scars. 
- Subcision for depressed, tethered scars. 
- Vascular lasers like Yellow laser, Aerolase, excel V, BBL, or IPL for redness or thick acne scars. 
- Lasers such as Fraxel, Erbium, CO2, Halo or fractional radiofrequency (Venus Viva, Skinfinity, Morpheus, PiXel8, Fractora, Intensif microneedling RF) for textural issues and superficial scarring. 
- TCA CROSS and punch excision for deep ice pick scars and narrow box car scars.

All lasers are combined with microneedling/PRP to improve the results and accelerate your healing time. Keep in mind that a personalized combination treatment by an expert physician will give you the improvement you're looking for. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an experienced cosmetic dermatologist and acne scarring expert. Best, Dr. Emer. ​"

Andrei Metelitsa, MD, FRCPC, FAAD · Answer

Restylane skin boosters are officially indicated to improve texture of the skin, resulting in glow, improved hydration and texture. Restylane Vital is usually used on the face and hands, whereas Restylane Vital Light is used on the neck. However, many experienced dermatologists use injectable fillers "off-label" for other indications. Unlike the micro droplet injections associated with traditional skinbooster use, one can use these same products more in keeping with traditional hyaluronic acid filler injections to "fill" certain regions of the face - if done in such a manner you can use them to fill scars.

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