How to treat acne scars on the face
Dec 02, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
Acne scars on the face may be caused by hormonal changes during puberty, skin type and healing capacity, improper squeezing of pimples, severe acne, infections, and other factors. Treatment can be tailored according to individual circumstances. During puberty, increased levels of androgens in the body stimulate excessive oil production by the sebaceous glands, making acne more likely and subsequently leading to scar formation. Maintaining good lifestyle habits, such as regular sleep patterns and a healthy diet, is recommended.
Acne scars on the face may be caused by hormonal changes during puberty, skin type and regenerative capacity, improper squeezing, severe acne, infection, and other factors. Treatment should be determined based on specific circumstances. It is recommended to visit a hospital promptly and follow medical advice for treatment.
1. Hormonal changes during puberty: During puberty, elevated androgen levels stimulate the sebaceous glands to secrete excessive oil, making acne more likely and subsequent scar formation possible. Maintain healthy lifestyle habits, such as regular sleep patterns and nutritious eating.
2. Skin type and regenerative capacity: Differences in skin type and healing ability among individuals mean some people are more prone to scarring after acne heals. Choose suitable skincare products according to your skin type, avoid using irritating cosmetics, keep the skin clean, refrain from squeezing acne lesions, and minimize inflammatory responses.
3. Improper squeezing: Squeezing acne manually damages skin tissue, aggravates inflammation, and increases the risk of scarring. Avoid manually squeezing acne, keep the skin clean, and use gentle facial cleansers.
4. Severe acne: Patients with severe acne often develop deep scars due to intense inflammatory responses. It is recommended to follow a doctor's instructions for laser therapy, which can penetrate the skin's surface, stimulate collagen production, and promote skin tissue repair, thereby improving the appearance and texture of scars.
5. Infection: Bacterial infection at acne sites intensifies inflammation, damages more skin tissue, and causes disordered collagen fiber arrangement during healing, resulting in scars. Symptoms may include redness, swelling, heat, pain in the infected area, and possible pus discharge. It is recommended to use medications such as mupirocin ointment, clindamycin phosphate ester gel, and amoxicillin capsules under medical supervision.
There are various methods available for treating facial acne scars, and patients should choose the appropriate treatment based on their individual conditions and medical advice. If the acne scars are large in size and significantly raised above the skin surface, and if medication or physical treatments are ineffective, surgical treatment may be considered.
