Dermatologist Approved Treatments for Acne Scars

Acne scars are permanent marks that appear on the skin after breakout of severe acne. These scars are difficult to treat using self-care remedies and can make an individual more conscious about their appearance.

However, consulting a dermatologist can help as now a days various treatments are available to get rid of these stubborn acne marks. In this blog, let’s have a look at some of the common treatments that can have a positive impact on the overall look and feel of your skin.

Chemical Peels: It is one of the oldest aesthetic beauty treatments. The peels dissolve the proteins that bind the skin cells together. This makes our body produce new cells, improving the overall texture of the skin. This procedure is highly recommended by dermatologists to treat acne scars. Particularly ice pick scars

Microneedling: Microneedling is a procedure in which a derma roller, derma pen or a microneedle stamp is used to make tiny punctures in the top layers of the skin. This mechanical micro-injury stimulates collagen production (Collagen Induction Therapy). This process plumps skin and improves its appearance. This procedure is highly effective in treating acne scars. A special form of microneedling that combines radio frequency (Microneedle Radiofrequency) is one of the best treatments for acne scars with minimal downtime

Dermal Fillers: Fillers are substances that are injected under the skin to ‘fill in’ any defects or to enhance existing features of the face or body. The most common filler used is Hyaluronic Acid (HA) which is naturally produced in our bodies. A gel-like product, when injected into the target area, it ‘fills in’ the defect or hollow. Fillers can improve skin volume over time and fade away the scar’s appearance.

Laser Therapy: In this procedure powerful laser beams are used to remove the outer skin layer or to stimulate collagen production in inner skin layers. This smoothens out the skin and reduces the appearance of acne scars.

Medi-facial: This aesthetic procedure will improve the skin tone, texture and collagen production, thus slowing down ageing process and getting rid of skin conditions including acne scars. It is a mixture of technology such as advanced lasers, exfoliation technology which helps in dead skin removal.