Types of Acne Scars, and How Can You Improve Scars?

Types of Acne Scars, and How Can You Improve Scars?

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Among the many factors that determine a neat first impression, smooth skin with an even tone tends to make a good impression.

But if you have acne scars on your face, it can be quite a concern.

Skin blemishes can be covered with makeup, but indented acne scars are difficult to conceal.

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Today, we’ll look at

the causes of acne scars and treatment methods

that can interfere with a clean impression.

Why do acne scars form? 😭

🙋 Q. What causes acne scars?

✅ A.

If you squeeze acne with your hands, scars can form.

Squeezing acne with your hands can

cause a secondary infection due to bacteria on your hands, or damage normal tissue in the area where the acne occurred,

so the skin can no longer regenerate properly and it remains as an indented acne scar.

What are the types of acne scars? 🔎

The types of acne scars are classified by shape.

There are three types of acne scars: round saucer-shaped scars, ice pick scars, and box-shaped scars. Appropriate treatment is needed depending on the shape of the scar.

Acne scar treatment methods? 🩺

Before treating acne scars, it is important to distinguish them from acne marks. Acne marks refer to pigmentation and redness that occur as acne heals. In the case of marks, they are relatively easy to remove with pigment lasers, vascular lasers, and similar treatments.

However, in the case of scars, various methods such as lasers and ointments are used, but it is important to first address the underlying cause properly. If treating scars with a laser, the uneven boundary of the skin needs to be smoothed out. Because acne scars vary in depth and type, treatment is done with Fraxel or lasers. The treatment period is carried out over 3 to 5 sessions, spaced 3 to 4 weeks apart.

Can acne marks heal naturally? 🩺

The skin has regenerative ability. In general, red acne marks tend to naturally fade or disappear within 6 months to 1 year. However, if exposed to ultraviolet rays without treating the marks, permanent pigmentation can occur in the skin. Unlike marks, scars do not heal by the skin filling back in.

How can you squeeze acne at home without leaving marks? 👀

If you cannot have it extracted at a dermatology clinic due to unavoidable circumstances, or if you simply cannot tolerate it, try this. First, you will need a sterilized needle and clean cotton swabs.

• Sterilize the cotton swabs and needle with alcohol swabs before use.

• Use the sterilized needle to prick the troubled area in the direction of the pore to open a path for inflammation to drain.

• Continue extracting until the sebum clump comes out.

• Calm the skin with a soothing pack.

• Apply scar ointment to help prevent marks.

• Be sure to use sunscreen when going out.

What lifestyle habits help prevent acne? 👀

🙋 First, avoid over-washing your face.

It is important to cleanse thoroughly about twice a day without irritating the skin. If you wash so strongly that your skin feels squeaky clean, the skin barrier can break down, which can instead make the skin more sensitive or worsen existing acne.

🙋 Second, sun protection is essential

When going বাইরে, be sure to apply sunscreen carefully to prevent pigmentation from acne marks.

🙋 Third, manage stress and diet

The fact that what we eat directly affects the skin is well known. Rather than spicy and salty foods or greasy instant foods high in sugar, it is better to consume more fruits and vegetables. Also, when you are stressed, the androgen hormones that attack the skin are secreted. It is necessary to manage stress well in daily life and relieve it promptly.

🙋 Fourth, do not heat your face with saunas or excessive exercise

Behaviors that raise your body temperature enough to make your whole body turn red stimulate inflammation and increase heat in the skin, which is not good for acne-prone skin.

🙋 Fifth, stop drinking and smoking!

Alcohol and smoking do not directly affect inflammation, but they may cause poor blood circulation, so it is better to avoid them. Everyone knows that alcohol and smoking are inherently harmful to the human body, not just to acne.

🙋 Sixth, get enough high-quality sleep

Our bodies recover while we sleep. Your skin also probably feels plump on days when you sleep well and wake up refreshed. It is said that between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., hormone secretion that helps skin regeneration is at its highest. If hormone secretion is disrupted by an irregular lifestyle, the skin becomes dull and acne can occur. We hope you maintain a regular sleep pattern to care not only for acne but also for your overall health.

Today, we looked at “Types of Acne Scars, and How Can You Improve Scars?”

Thank you for reading this long post.

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