Acne and acne scars are emotionally draining and make you feel embarrassed about your skin. Are you in trouble about your acne scars and want to get clear and glowing skin? What if we tell you that you can get rid of those stubborn acne scars with the right treatment? Sounds too good to be true? Remember that when it comes to treating acne scars patience and dedication are the keys. Getting right treatment and professional help can do to get your smooth skin back.
In this article, we will discuss what causes the formation of acne scars and what are the best acne scar removal treatments available.
Why do acne scars occur?
Scarring is recognized as the natural healing process for your body. It occurs as a result of wound repair in the skin and underlying tissues.
Having acne means the inflammatory responses occurring underneath your skin breaks down the healthy tissue and releases collagen. This damage to the walls of pores results in the formation of scars.
What are the best acne scar treatments available?
Gone are the days when getting rid of acne scars was a challenging job. Today we have multiple acne scar treatment methods that not only fade the scars but also restore the healthy appearance of your skin. Method selection vary upon on your concern, and skin type.
Following are some of the common acne scar removal methods:
Microdermabrasion
In this technique, the doctor utilizes the rotating brush to get rid of the top layer of the skin. It stimulates the growth of new skin cells and is effective for removing shallow acne scars.
There is no downtime after this procedure and you can return to your daily activities immediately after the treatment.
Chemical peeling
Chemical peeling include the usage of strong chemical solution to remove the upper layer of the skin. It minimizes the appearance of deep scars and results in smoother skin. The health care professional will use mild to strong chemical peels depending upon the condition of your skin.
Always consult your doctor before using chemical peel to avoid potential side effects such as hyperpigmentation, discoloration, etc.
Steroid injections
In this method, the steroids are injected into raised scars which flattens them and improve the overall appearance of the skin. The treatment with steroid injection requires more than one session.
Derma rolling or micro-needling
In micro-needling, and needle studded device or a handheld pen is used on the surface of the scars to stimulate the formation of collagen.
It is a safe and simple method that reduces the depth of acne scars.
Micro-needling is suitable for all skin types.
Energy-based procedures
In this method, pulsed light sources of other radio frequency devices penetrate the energy into the skin without damaging the outer layer. It is suitable for mild to moderate acne scars and requires multiple treatments.
Dermal fillers
In dermal fillers, hyaluronic acid, collagen, fat, or other soft tissue substances are injected under the skin to fill out acne scars. This will plan the skin and improve the whole appearance. The results of fillers are temporary so you will have to repeat them after every few months.
Laser therapy
Laser therapy is becoming increasingly popular due to its effective results and faster healing time. It removes the upper layer of this skin to promote the growth of healthy and new skin cells. Laser therapy is of 2 types of types: ablative and non-ablative.
The selection of the type of laser therapy depends on the type of scarring, Skin condition, and treatment goal.
Rejuran :
Rejuran is a healer treatment that repairs your skin at the cellular level, restore damages dermal cells, and abnormal or ageing cells to reverse ageing. Basically, its known as a skin booster injection designed to heal wounds and as well as an anti-inflammatory effect on your body.
Platelet rich Plasma:
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a facial rejuvenation treatment, utilize your own plasma to stimulate collagen production and cell migration. As a result, it will reduce the lines, folds, and wrinkles from your skin and gives a natural looking.
How My Bliss Clinic can help?
Do you want to get smooth, flawless, and healthy-looking skin? My bliss Clinic offers the most effective, advanced, and proven acne scar treatment in Malaysia. Our qualified aesthetic physicians will choose the safe and suitable treatment option for your skin based on your skin type, and extent of scarring. So, what are you waiting for? Schedule your appointment to know more about our treatments. We love to hear from you regarding your skin transformation!
