Certain skin concerns, such as raised scars or painful acne cysts, can be difficult to manage with topical treatments alone. At Artistry Skin & Hormone, steroid injections offer a targeted solution to reduce inflammation and improve skin appearance. This in-office treatment is designed to quickly and effectively calm active cysts and flatten raised scar tissue.
Steroid injections are targeted treatments used to reduce inflammation in specific areas of the skin. In aesthetic and dermatologic care, they are commonly used to treat acne cysts and raised scars, including hypertrophic or keloid scars. The medication works by reducing inflammation in the tissue, allowing swelling and firmness to subside. Steroid injections for scars help soften and flatten raised areas over time. When used appropriately, this treatment can significantly improve comfort and appearance.
Steroid injections are administered directly into the affected area using a fine needle. For acne cysts, the injection rapidly reduces inflammation, often causing the cyst to shrink within 1 day after treatment. Steroid injection for acne helps calm redness, pain, and swelling before scarring can develop. For raised scars, the medication works by reducing excess collagen activity, which helps lower the height and firmness of the scar tissue. Treatments are quick and precise, performed in-office.
Steroid injections for scars help reduce the height, thickness, and firmness of raised scars, creating a smoother and more even skin texture.
A steroid injection for acne can quickly calm inflamed acne cysts, with many resolving after just one treatment.
Steroid injections reduce inflammation and discomfort rapidly, often within 24 hours for active acne cysts.
The medication is delivered directly into the affected area, allowing for focused treatment without impacting surrounding skin.
Steroid injections are performed with a fine needle, causing minimal disruption to the surrounding tissue.
Treatments are quick, performed in-office, and require little to no downtime.
Under the leadership of Laura Carlsen, AGNP, every steroid injection is performed with careful assessment, precision, and attention to skin health and safety.
We have experience using steroid injections to treat inflamed cysts and raised scar tissue safely.
Steroid injections are administered only where needed, allowing for focused treatment without unnecessary intervention to the surrounding skin.
Injections are quick and performed using techniques designed to minimize discomfort and downtime.
Each steroid injection plan is based on your specific skin concern, medical history, and how your skin responds to treatment.
Patients throughout Littleton, Ken Caryl, and Lakewood choose Artistry Skin & Hormone for thoughtful, high-quality injectable care.
The effects of a steroid injection can last several weeks to months, depending on the condition treated. Acne cysts often resolve quickly, while scar improvement may continue gradually over time.
Steroid injection side effects are usually mild and localized. They may include temporary redness, tenderness, or skin thinning at the injection site, which your provider will discuss during consultation.
Many acne cysts improve with a single steroid injection. Raised scars may require multiple treatments spaced over time, depending on severity and response.
There is typically little to no downtime after steroid injections. Most patients return to normal activities immediately.
Steroid injection for acne may help reduce inflammation quickly, lowering the risk of scarring when cysts are treated early.
Dysport is a wrinkle relaxer similar to Botox, often preferred for treating larger areas, such as the forehead. It spreads slightly more, creating smooth, natural-looking results for certain facial patterns. Many patients notice results sooner.
Botox relaxes targeted facial muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles such as forehead lines, frown lines, and crow’s feet. By reducing repetitive muscle movement, the skin appears smoother while maintaining natural expression. Results develop gradually and typically last several months.
Juvederm fillers restore lost volume and soften deeper facial folds using hyaluronic acid. These fillers enhance areas such as the cheeks, lips, jawline, and smile lines while supporting hydration and skin elasticity. Results are immediate and customizable.
