Doctor-led stretch mark and scar treatment in Marylebone, London. SkinPen microneedling and fractional laser to improve texture, tone and colour. From £250.
Stretch marks and scars have a way of drawing your eye every time you catch them in the mirror, and that quiet self-consciousness is exactly what this treatment sets out to change. Stretch mark and scar treatment at Dr Joney De Souza Clinic in Marylebone suits anyone bothered by marks on the body or face. Stretch marks tend to appear on the abdomen, hips, thighs and arms after growth, pregnancy or a change in weight, while scars can follow acne, injury or surgery.
This treatment is at its best for softening how stretch marks and scars look, improving their texture, tone and colour until a mark stops being the first thing you notice. You can expect a real, visible improvement rather than complete removal, and for most people that is exactly the change they were hoping for. If that is the outcome you want, this treatment is well worth considering.
Related treatments at Dr Joney De Souza: SculpSure body contouring and stretch marks.
Both stretch marks and scars are breaks in the skin’s underlying structure, so effective treatment works by rebuilding collagen from within. At Dr Joney De Souza Clinic we use two proven methods. SkinPen microneedling creates controlled micro-channels that trigger the skin’s own repair response, and fractional laser resurfacing remodels deeper, more established marks.
For laser, the clinic offers UltraClear, a cold-fibre laser that resurfaces with less heat and downtime than traditional CO2, alongside fractional CO2 itself for the deepest marks. Across a course of sessions this rebuilds the skin and improves its texture, tone and colour, with the approach matched to the type and age of your marks. You can read more about SkinPen microneedling if that is likely to form the basis of your plan.
Individual results vary from person to person. Treatment galleries are added as before-and-after photographs become available; Dr De Souza can show relevant examples during your consultation.
Microneedling and fractional laser both work by creating tiny, precise areas of controlled injury in the skin. The body reads these as damage to repair, so it floods the area with fresh collagen and elastin. Over the weeks that follow, that new tissue lays down alongside the old, damaged fibres and gradually smooths and evens the mark. A course builds on itself, each session adding to the collagen laid down by the last.
Your treatment begins with a consultation at Dr Joney De Souza Clinic in Marylebone, where Dr De Souza assesses the marks, their age and depth and your skin type, and sets honest, realistic expectations. He explains which approach will suit you. In most cases you need no special preparation. You leave with a clear, personalised plan.
Because the right treatment depends on the marks and your skin, Dr De Souza selects between SkinPen microneedling and fractional laser resurfacing, or a combination. For laser he offers UltraClear, a cold-fibre laser with less heat and downtime, and fractional CO2 for the deepest, most established marks. He explains why each is chosen for you. You agree the plan together before treatment begins.
On the day, your clinician carries out the chosen treatment, which creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin. Microneedling forms fine micro-channels, while fractional laser resurfaces in a precise pattern. Both trigger the skin’s natural repair response. This is what prompts the skin to rebuild.
Over your course, the skin lays down new collagen and elastin to repair the treated marks. This progressively improves their texture, tone and colour so they become far less visible. Because the change is gradual, it looks natural. Each session builds on the last.
Downtime depends on the treatment. After microneedling, expect redness similar to mild sunburn for twenty-four to forty-eight hours, while fractional laser involves redness, swelling and some surface peeling over the following week. Dr De Souza gives you full aftercare, including daily SPF, to protect the skin as it heals. Most patients plan treatment around their schedule.
Results develop progressively over the months following your course as collagen rebuilds. A course rather than a single session usually gives the best improvement. Dr De Souza recommends the right plan for your marks. He sets realistic expectations at your consultation.
From your first consultation through to your results, here is what to expect at our Marylebone clinic. Carried out by Dr Joney De Souza or a member of our clinical team. Your consultation is with Dr Joney De Souza or Dr Mattia Parducci.
Your journey begins with a consultation at Dr Joney De Souza Clinic in Marylebone. Your practitioner assesses the marks, their age and depth and your skin type, then sets out an honest picture of what treatment can realistically achieve. You will hear which approach suits you and why, whether that is microneedling, laser or a combination. In most cases no special preparation is needed, and you leave with a clear, personalised plan.
On the day, your practitioner prepares the area and carries out the chosen treatment, which typically takes 30 to 60 minutes. Microneedling forms fine micro-channels across the skin, while fractional laser resurfaces in a precise pattern. Most patients find the session comfortable and straightforward. Your practitioner works methodically across the area for an even, natural result.
Downtime depends on which treatment you have. After microneedling, expect redness similar to mild sunburn for 24 to 48 hours, while fractional laser brings redness, swelling and some surface peeling over the following week. Your results then build gradually over the months that follow as collagen rebuilds, looking natural rather than sudden. Your practitioner gives you full aftercare guidance, including daily SPF, before you leave.
Stretch marks and scars respond best when the right treatment is matched to the right skin, and that judgement is where clinical experience earns its keep. At Dr Joney De Souza Clinic, a GMC-registered doctor leads that assessment, choosing between microneedling, laser or a combination based on your skin type and the marks themselves, and giving honest guidance on what is realistic. You receive a personalised plan rather than a fixed package.
Dr De Souza’s philosophy shapes every treatment plan the clinic builds.
“My ‘less is more’ approach has become the mainstay of my practice and clients appreciate that they will have natural looking results.”
Cited from thesybarite.co. That restraint is exactly what a stretch mark or scar treatment needs, a considered, individualised approach that produces a genuine improvement rather than an overpromise.
Pricing depends on the treatment chosen and the size of the area, and every plan includes a doctor-led consultation and aftercare. Microneedling for a small area starts from £250, with laser and larger areas confirmed after assessment. Your plan and cost are agreed with you before treatment begins.
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SkinPen microneedling (per area) | 250 |
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SkinPen microneedling is one of the most versatile treatments for stretch marks, scars and skin texture, and it suits a wide range of skin types. It is often the starting point for body and facial scarring, and it pairs well with a course tailored to your marks. If smoother, more even skin texture is your goal, it is well worth exploring, and it can also be combined with PRP treatment to enhance the skin’s repair response.
Stretch mark and scar treatment raises common questions around what causes the marks, whether they can be removed and which treatment works best. The answers below cover what patients most often ask.
Stretch marks, known medically as striae, form when the skin stretches quickly during growth, pregnancy or a change in weight, causing structural breaks in the skin’s collagen and elastin. They will not disappear entirely, so it helps to be clear-eyed about that from the outset. What the right treatment does is improve their texture, tone and colour significantly, so they become far less visible. At Dr Joney De Souza Clinic in Marylebone, your practitioner sets honest, realistic expectations at consultation, aiming for a genuine, visible improvement rather than a promise of complete removal.
The most effective approaches stimulate collagen to rebuild the damaged skin. SkinPen microneedling creates controlled micro-channels that trigger repair and suits a wide range of skin types, while fractional laser resurfacing remodels more established marks. For laser, the clinic offers UltraClear, a cold-fibre laser that resurfaces with less heat and downtime than traditional CO2 laser. Your practitioner selects the right option, or a combination, based on your skin and the age and depth of the marks. This tailored approach gives the best improvement.
Stretch mark and scar treatment usually works best as a course rather than a single session, because collagen rebuilds gradually. The exact number depends on the treatment chosen and the extent of the marks, which your practitioner confirms after assessing you. Most patients see progressive improvement across the course. You will be given a clear plan at consultation.
Downtime depends on the treatment. After microneedling, expect redness similar to mild sunburn for 24 to 48 hours, while fractional laser brings redness, swelling and some surface peeling over the following week. Many patients plan treatment around their schedule for this reason. Your practitioner gives you full aftercare, including daily SPF, to protect the skin as it heals.
Yes. Acne scars respond to the same collagen-rebuilding methods used for stretch marks, and microneedling in particular is well suited to the pitted, uneven texture that acne can leave behind. If your main concern is scarring on the face, it is worth reading our dedicated page on acne scarring, then discussing the right approach at consultation. Your practitioner will assess the scar type and depth before recommending a plan.
SkinPen microneedling works mechanically rather than with heat or light, so it carries a lower risk of pigmentation change and suits a wide range of skin types and body areas. Laser treatments need more careful assessment for darker skin. Your practitioner reviews your skin type before recommending an approach, so treatment stays both safe and effective. This individualised, medical assessment is central to how the clinic works.
Our patients return to us year after year for natural, precise results. Every review reflects our commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety and a personalised approach to aesthetic care.
Had my second session of PRP with micro needling today and I am so far very happy with my results. Dr De Souza is just the kindest man who really has the best intentions for you.
I highly recommend Dr. Joney and his clinic. I have been his patient for many years and he is definitely one of the best. His work is natural and subtle, he always puts the patient’s interest first and will never try to upsell unnecessary treatments.
Dr Joney is the most wonderful Dr, kind and caring and highly experienced. I feel safe in his care and trust his opinion 100%.
