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How to remove acne scars and post-acne marks

Sep 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
In general, acne scars can be categorized into types such as boxcar scars, icepick scars, and rolling scars. Post-acne pigmentation can also be classified into dark marks, red marks, atrophic marks, and hypertrophic marks. These are typically treated through methods such as hyaluronic acid injections, mesotherapy (skin boosters), photorejuvenation, fractional laser therapy, or dermabrasion surgery.

In general, acne scars can be categorized into types such as boxcar scars, icepick scars, and rolling scars. Post-acne pigmentation can also be divided into types including black marks, red marks, atrophic marks, and hypertrophic scars. These conditions are typically treated through methods such as hyaluronic acid injections, hydroquinone injections, photorejuvenation (IPL), fractional laser therapy, and dermabrasion surgery.

Acne Scar Type Analysis:

Scar Type

Boxcar Scars

Icepick Scars

Rolling Scars

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Characteristics

Distributed in flat patches

Fine, pinpoint indentations

Uneven, wavy texture

Post-Acne Pigmentation Type Analysis:

Type of Mark

Black Marks

Red Marks

Atrophic Marks

Hypertrophic Marks

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Causes

Pigmentation after inflammatory acne

Vascular dilation due to inflammation, forming after acne resolves

Dermal collapse after acne inflammation, leaving depressed areas

Fibroblasts become overactive during inflammation, leading to raised scars after healing

Treatment Options for Acne Scars and Marks:

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Treatment

Hyaluronic Acid Injection (Hydroquinone)

Hyaluronic Acid Filler Injection

Photorejuvenation (IPL)

Fractional Laser Therapy

Dermabrasion Surgery

Description

Delivers antioxidants deep into the skin layers

Fills depressions with hyaluronic acid to restore smoothness

Uses intense pulsed light to penetrate the skin surface

Utilizes laser thermal effects to fade scarred areas

Physical exfoliation to restore even skin surface

Suitable For

Black marks, red marks, icepick scars

Icepick scars, rolling scars, black marks, atrophic marks

Boxcar scars, red marks, black marks

Icepick scars, atrophic marks

Hypertrophic marks, rolling scars

Advantages

1. Minimal trauma
2. Hydrates and moisturizes skin

1. Improves skin texture
2. Enhances skin elasticity

1. Brightens skin tone
2. Nearly non-irritating

1. Less likely to leave marks
2. Promotes metabolism

1. Effective results
2. Improves skin smoothness

Potential Risks

1. Risk of allergic reaction
2. Risk of infection

1. May cause redness and swelling
2. May cause pain

1. May cause redness and swelling
2. May cause discomfort

1. Risk of skin burns
2. Risk of hyperpigmentation

1. High pain level
2. Risk of infection

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