Remedy for Acne Scars - No More Embarrassment
September 4, 2009
Acne scars can cause self-esteem problems in even the most confident of persons. The level of acne scarring from person to person .With age, these scars become noticeable because of a substance called collagen. Though acne scarring is permanent, it is definitely treatable.
The different types of acne scarring are:
- ‘Ice pick’ scarring which have steep edges and are deeply pitted.
- Atrophic scarring is also pitted but has smooth edges and is not deep.
- Hypertrophic scarring which are found mostly on the chest and back of the neck. They are thick and lumpy.
There are many treatments for lightening the acne scars:
- Microdermabrasion: This method involves skin exfoliation that removes damaged and dead skin from the surface. This is useful in treating minor acne scars that is raised.
- Laser skin resurfacing: A carbon dioxide layer effectively burns the top layer of the skin leaving the skin to heal and replacing it with healthier newer skin.
- Derma Filler: The affected scar area is filled with derma fills thus plumping up the skin .Some of the most popular derma fillers are collagen injections and radiance though these are only temporary solutions and further injections may be needed.
- Chemical peels: This is an effective remedy for severe acne scarring. They work as deep exfoliation, often removing the top layer leaving the skin to regenerate and thus improving its appearance.
You can give any of the above treatments a shot to make your skin appear wonderful by minimizing unsightly acne scars and giving a boost to your confidence and self esteem.
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