Greetings. Acne is a difficult problem to deal with at your age when there are already many issues troubling you. Acne treatment has multiple stages - to control new breakouts, to clear the sequelae (pigmentation and scars) and to prevent a relapse. If you have active acne lesions, it should be controlled on priority basis. Remember combining treatment modalities help to achieve desired results earlier. Laser is a good option but in case you do not wish to go ahead, it is acceptable. Ask for other options like subcision, dermaroller and mesotherapy. There are many topical creams that can achieve the results as well.