Quick answer: At Skinstitute MD in Quezon City, acne scar treatment starts at ₱2,500 for TCA CROSS on icepick scars. Secret DUO, our main scar treatment, costs ₱16,000 a session, or ₱57,500 for 4 sessions. Combination plans for deeper scars cost ₱30,000 to ₱48,000 a package. Most people need a series, so your total depends on your scar types.
Acne scar treatment prices at Skinstitute (2026)
| Treatment | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| ScarCROSS (TCA CROSS) | Deep, narrow icepick scars | ₱2,500 |
| SkinDuo Reform (Secret DUO) | Most sunken scars | ₱16,000 a session, or ₱57,500 for 4 |
| RevitaSmooth (Rejuran S) | Depressed scars, skin repair | ₱15,000 a vial |
| ScarCorrect (Secret DUO + Rejuran S) | Scar revision and tissue repair | ₱30,000 a package |
| ScarRebuild (Secret DUO + JuveLook) | Deeper scars that need new collagen | ₱41,000 a package |
| ScarRenew (Secret DUO + Radiesse) | Deep scars; includes subcision | ₱48,000 a package |
| ScarRelief | Raised scars and keloids | From ₱1,000 |
| SkinExo Boost (exosomes) | Add-on to help skin recover faster | ₱15,000 |
These prices come from our current price list, and they can change. See every option on our acne scar treatment page.
Why the price depends on your scar type
Acne scars aren't all the same, and each type needs a different fix:
- Icepick scars are narrow and deep, like small holes. TCA CROSS treats them one by one, so it's the lowest-cost option.
- Boxcar scars are wider, with sharp edges. Secret DUO (RF microneedling plus laser) builds new collagen to lift them.
- Rolling scars make the skin look wavy, because bands under the skin pull it down. Subcision releases those bands, usually with Secret DUO.
- Raised scars and keloids sit above the skin. A steroid injection (ScarRelief) helps flatten them.
- Red or brown marks after acne are not true scars. They usually fade with pigment treatments instead. See our melasma and pigmentation page.
Most people have more than one type. That's why a plan often combines two or three treatments.
How many sessions will you need?
- Secret DUO: usually a series of 4 sessions, spaced a few weeks apart. The 4-session package costs ₱57,500.
- TCA CROSS: often repeated on the same icepick scars, a few weeks apart.
- Combination plans: your dermatologist sets the number based on how deep your scars are.
Results build slowly, because new collagen takes weeks to form. Many people see the biggest change a few months after their last session.
How to keep the total cost down
- Treat active acne first. New breakouts can leave new scars. Our Anti-Acne Plan treats active acne.
- Choose a package. 4 single Secret DUO sessions cost ₱64,000. The 4-session package costs ₱57,500, so you save ₱6,500.
- Start with the right treatment. A cheap treatment that doesn't fit your scar type can cost more in the end.
Is cheaper acne scar treatment worth it?
It depends on what you're paying for:
- Price per session isn't the whole cost. What matters is the total for the result you want.
- The right method matters more than the price. Icepick, boxcar and rolling scars need different treatments.
- Ask who assesses your scars. A dermatologist can tell which scars you have and what will help.
Bottom line
- Acne scar treatment at Skinstitute starts at ₱2,500 for TCA CROSS and ₱16,000 a session for Secret DUO.
- Most people need a series. The 4-session Secret DUO package costs ₱57,500.
- Deeper scars may need a combination plan, from ₱30,000 to ₱48,000 a package.
- See every option on our acne scar treatment page, or book a consultation to get your plan and price.