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Prevention and Treatment for Acne Scars
While it may sound elementary, the first place to start with
acne scar treatment is prevention.
Most people cannot predict when they will have an acne outbreak
or how severe that outbreak will be. If you suffer from acne
outbreaks, having a good preventive treatment regiment is a
proactive way to keep acne minimized, reducing the risk of scarring
in the first place. It is as washing your hands to help prevent
spreading germs.
Among all of the factors that can contribute to acne outbreaks,
heredity is part of the mix. Additionally, heredity plays a factor
in the amount of scarring you will receive from acne, or in other
words, your ability to heal.
Almost all acne sufferers will develop some form of scarring,
from mild to severe. The earlier in life that acne treatment is
initiated, the more likely scarring will be minimized.
Acne scarring is the end result of the body's healing process.
The decrease of elastic fibers in the skin combined with thickened
collagen groups that grow excessively contribute to scar
tissue.
There are two types of scar:
Hypertropic Scars are the thick and discolored scars that show
above the normal surface of the skin.
Keloid scars are discolored scars at the skin level or below and
grow outward from the initial injury similar to a stretch mark.
There are several treatment options available to help reduce or
eliminate the visible signs of scarring from acne.
Topical Solutions - Several topical solutions are available.
These ointments are applied to the damaged area and are designed to
hydrate the skin and remove dead skin cells, which allows for skin
cell rejuvenation and replenishment, reducing or eliminating the
appearance of scars.
Silicone Sheets - Modern research has shown that silicone is an
effective treatment in scar removal. While the science of how it
works is not completely understood, several companies manufacture
silicone sheets and silicone based treatments that are designed to
minimize or eliminate the appearance of acne scars.
Microdermabrasion - In microdermabrasion, a dermatologist uses a
hand held buffing wheel and a special abrasive cream to remove the
surface layer of the skin. When the new skin grows in, it is
healthier and has more elasticity than the old skin, reducing or
eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Chemical Peels - A chemical peel uses a chemical solution of
Phenol, Trichloroacetic Acid, and Alphahydroxy acids to remove the
outer layers of damaged skin. Similar to microdermabraision and
laser resurfacing, new skin cells replace the removed damaged
cells, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Laser Resurfacing - Performed by a qualified cosmetic surgeon, a
concentrated laser beam is targeted on the treatment area. As the
laser energy penetrates the skin, it vaporizes the water and the
surface layer of skin, leaving the deeper layers untouched. Laser
resurfacing also helps to restore the elasticity of the skin by
shortening the collagen fibers that are contained in the skin
layers, reducing or eliminating the visible signs of scarring.
Always be sure to consult a dermatologist before undergoing and
treatment for scarring. However, all of these treatments have been
proven to be effective, so once you find the right one, it is just
a matter of time before the scarring is reduced or eliminated!
BIO:
Greg Podsakoff is a former acne sufferer, and currently provides
information on treating acne, pimples, and zits, via an objective
informational skincare website,
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