In many cases, it’s possible for acne to leave permanent scars. Scars are a permanent change to skin tissue produced by the healing process itself, chiefly creating fibrous tissue. As white blood cells attack bacteria they can create changes in underlying skin cells in the surrounding area. This is one way scars become permanent. So-called icepick scars are small pinholes that form in the surface of the skin. They look as if the skin...

There are things you can do to try to avoid these scars, like properly cleansing your skin, or refraining from popping zits, as this can cause scarring, but this doesn’t mean scars won’t develop. There are different types of acne scars, and different treatments for each.  They are classified in the following manner. Ice pick scars are characterized by the appearance of deep pits on the skin and are most common in a sign of...

There are several options for acne scar treatment. Which one is best for you will depend on your skin and the type of scar that you have. Laser Treatment Laser treatment for scarring can be very effective but it is probably the most expensive treatment method. For some types of scars one treatment is enough, but for others you may need up to 10 sessions. Laser treatments for acne scars vary in the type of laser that is used. Some aim to...

There are several types of acne medications available both over-the-counter and by prescription. Most treatment starts with the use of topical acne products.  These products are applied directly on the skin over the problem areas. These products help by killing the bacteria on the skin that may be causing the acne, but also decrease the infection caused by the condition itself. It also works to indirectly keep the pores open. Topical...

There are many over-the-counter products available for treating acne. So which products are helpful, and which could  actually be harmful to your skin? Soap is one of the most common products used to cleanse the skin, and for some people is okay to use on acne afflicted areas. It can, however, aggravate these areas depending  on one’s skin type, skin sensitivity, and actual acne condition.  That is why it is important to use a...