Can chemical peeling with fruit acids remove acne scars and pitted marks?

In general, if the acne scars and pitted pores are mild, chemical peels using alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) may effectively improve them. However, for deeper acne scars and pits, the effectiveness of AHA peels may be limited. The details are as follows:

If the acne scars and pitted pores are mild, AHA peels can help remove them by promoting skin cell turnover and accelerating the shedding of epidermal cells, thereby fading acne scars and improving skin texture.

For deeper acne scars and pits, which are more severe, AHA peels may have limited effectiveness and might not achieve the desired results. Additionally, if the skin is highly sensitive or affected by other skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema, using AHA peels could irritate the skin and potentially worsen symptoms.

If considering an AHA peel treatment, it is recommended to visit a reputable medical facility and proceed under the guidance of a qualified physician. If AHA peels do not yield noticeable improvement, other aesthetic medical treatments—such as fractional laser therapy or hyaluronic acid injections—can be considered to further improve acne scarring and pitted skin.