Would microneedling be enough to improve these shallow acne scars? (photo)

Based on your photos, microneedling would yield a good cosmetic result as it can improve the quality, vibrancy, and texture of your skin. It effectively works for acne scarring and minimizing large pores. Results can be seen as soon as 1-2 weeks but may continue to improve over the next 6 months. It is important to research a medical provider or surgeon who would work closely with your aesthetic goals and to determine which treatment would work best for you. @drdonyoo

A close up in-person examination would provide the best assessment. However, from what can be seen, professionally performed microneedling, either manually performed or electrically with a pen and, of course, with properly chosen needle lengths can work well for improving superficial, surface textural irregularities, such as appear to be the case here. If indeed there are any very dilated pores or true ice pick scars, these can individually be treated first with TCA CROSS after which the microneedling may be used to be used, not only for the overall textural issues, as mentioned above, but for better blending the treated areas with the surrounding skin. I have been using both TCA CROSS and performing professional microneedling for over twenty years and each of these relatively inexpensive techniques has a proven track record for safety and efficacy in all skin types. There is no need for the added expense of RF microneedling as the science to support the add-on lags behind the marketing to promote these more expensive bells and whistles. Hope this helps. Best of luck.