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Get Rid of Acne Scars
At some point you had acne, now you are left with
embarrassing, ugly scars. There are ways to diminish and reduce the
appearance of the acne scars. The severity of the scars will
determine what you will need to do to diminish them. I would
recommend seeking advice from a dermatologist or a cosmetic surgeon
to determine the best course of action.
For very mild scarring you can try a few at home procedures and
products to help reduce the appearance of the scars. At home
dermabrasion and chemical peels can help diminish some scarring
especially if you also use retinol or alpha hydroxyl acid lotions or
creams. For sensitive skin you may not want to apply retinol or
alpha hydroxyl products right after dermabrasion or peels because it
can cause redness and irritation. Other products you can try are
scar reducing creams like Mederma or Rosehip seed oil which is said
to be great at reducing scar tissue. Aloe Vera juice and gels and
lavender oils are also said to work well on reducing scars.
Professional treatments for scarring include Laser Resurfacing which
involves the use of a laser to remove skin so new skin can form in
its place. Laser resurfacing can cause uneven skin tones in people
with darker skin. It is still being studied but shows a lot of
promise. After treatment you may experience redness and swelling
which may last for several weeks.
Dermabrasion has been around for decades. Originally sandpaper was
used to remove damaged skin. Now a machine rotates to remove the
damaged skin, the skin is numbed or frozen first. After the
procedure your skin is raw and scabs will form. After the scabs heal
your skin will be reddish for several weeks.
Augmentation is a procedure where material like collagen or your own
fat will be injected under the scar to bring it to the surface. The
treatments last for about six months but they are working on more
permanent solutions.
Subcision is a technique that detaches the scar from deeper tissue
and allows a pool of blood to form under the scar. The blood clots
and helps form connective tissue under the scar to level it with the
rest of the skin surface. Subcision is usually combined with either
dermabrasion or laser resurfacing.
The depth and shape of your scars will determine what treatment your
doctor will recommend.
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