The first thing that you do after having acne scars/marks:
Avoid exposure to the sun. Avoid harsh soaps and makeup Avoid harsh detergents. Use makeup that is made of organic products. Stop squeezing or rubbing the marks
Acne marks can be treated through many ways including going to the dermatologist or using any over the counter remedy. The following are some of the ways acne marks can be treated.
Conventional Medication: There are a number of conventional medications that you can use these vary from over the counter remedies to those prescribed by a dermatologist. These medications may be effective for some people but in certain cases they will make the condition worse. Chemical peeling is an acne scar treatment in which mild organic acids like glycolic or salicylic or lactic acid are used to peel off skin from the scar. This is the best acne scar treatment method as it is painless and requires no anesthesia. All the above mentioned methods are done by dermatologists or cosmetologists. The removal of scars takes 2 to 3 months. Most of the above scar removal treatments are done in conjunction with oral skin health supplements like acuzine. Acuzine contains anti-oxidants, Vitamins E &C, hydrolyzed collagen, ALA, DMAE, Aloevera, Bioperine etc. Vitamin E, Vitamin C and collagen are vital for acne scar treatment to be successful as they are essential in rebuilding of skin tissues.
Homeopathic medication: Homeopathic treatment is also an option for people having acne marks but the problem is that its very slow to work and hence it is not very popular.
Natural or herbal medication: These medications have become very famous when it comes to acne and acne scars as they stop acne and dont have any side effects since they are made from natural herbs.
Dermabrasion is a simple procedure. In this procedure, scars, wrinkles and pigmentation are treated. A small abrasive wheel or brush rotating at a high speed is used by the doctor to abrade or remove the skin with the wheel. This is a very easy way to remove acne scars.
Dermabrasion is a mechanical procedure. If you have used a sand paper, you will quickly understand what dermabrasion is. Once the old skin with acne scars is removed, new skin will form in some days. The new skin will be without any acne scars. The healing depends upon the area treated and the depth of the abrasion. This procedure may also swell your skin for some time, but slowly as the new skin forms, the problems go away and you can begin with your work again.
Before your doctor undertakes this procedure for you to treat acne scars, he/she will find out about your medical history. This will include finding about any active skin problems you might be having. If you have herpes simplex, acne, rosacea or any such problem, you may have to wait till that problem resolves. Your scar-forming tendency is considered. If you have keloid-forming tendency, you may not be a good candidate for dermabrasion. If you are taking isotretinoin tablets, you may have to wait for some time after you stop taking it. For those with history of cold sores or herpes simplex, an anti-viral treatment may be prescribed. This procedure is only for depressed acne scars.
The procedure may be conducted in your doctor's surgery or hospital setting. For small areas, local anesthetics are used, while for larger areas, general anesthesia is preferred. The time of procedure will also depend upon the total area to be abraded. The doctor will remove skin to the extent so that the abrasion reaches the depth of the acne scar. That will ensure removal of acne scar. Your doctor will dress up the wound and give you instructions about after-operative care. You may feel stinging sensation, swelling and red skin for some days. You must report every side effect to your doctor. As the new skin grows, you will feel some tingling sensation. Keep yourself protected from the sun as much as possible to avoid pigmentation problem in the treated area in the first three months. After some days as new skin forms you will find that your scars have disappeared.
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