There are many types of acne scars that afflict us. Severe acne can bring about very unsightly acne scars that are shaped like volcanoes. They generally fall into 3 categories of scars
1. ‘Ice pick’ scars
2. ‘Rolling’ scars
3. ‘Boxcar’ scars
Ice pick scars are about 1-2mm in diameter. These are sharp narrow scars which make their appearance seem like they’ve been punctured with an ice pick.
Rolling scars are wider then 4-5mm and have a rolling or undulated appearance.
Boxcar scars are about 3mm and is very similar to chicken pox scars. They have round and oval depression and have sharp vertical edges.
What kind of treatment is available for me?
For starters, the cliché ‘prevention is better then cure’ certainly holds true here. Tackle the concern before it becomes an even bigger problem.
The treatment available for acne scar isn’t cheap.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
This procedure involves removing the epidermal layer of the skin and going underneath it to the dermal layer. The healing process leaves you scar-free and with a smoother skin. This is an expensive option.
Topical Creams
Tretinoin is especially effective in healing and treating acne scars. It helps to produce collagen in your skin which in turns rejuvenates your skin. It may not be as effective in the more severe cases of acne scars.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are injected into the acne scars, thereby raising the skin and giving it a smoother look. Examples of dermal fillers are fat, bovine collagen and human collagen. tretinoin buy uk
