How to Minimize and Remove Acne Scars

Introduction

Most of us experience acne during adolescence. And, most of these scars fade over time as we enter adulthood. However, that is not the case for everybody and many have distinct scars. For some, acne reoccurs due to bodily changes, hormones, stress, illness, medication, or simply poor hygiene. Regardless of the causes, acne scars are skin imperfections that we want to go away. 

Acne scar removal done by professionals might give the best results but it is not an option everyone can afford. Perhaps the more affordable options in acne scar removal are chemical peels and microneedling. However, these treatments can be painful and may even result in adverse effects. There are other ways to remove acne scars. There are treatments that may take longer for you to notice effects but these can be done at home. Check them out below.

Face Serums

There are numerous products you can use today that can help your skin heal faster, one of which is face serums. Face serums that contain key ingredients like salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids, and lactic acid help in making acne scars fade away faster. 

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are a mild exfoliant that helps remove discoloration and rough skin. Lactic acid is a key ingredient in chemical peels. Chemical peels are ideal in removing acne scars as it helps you shed the scarred outer skin to regenerate new skin. These three ingredients are quite common in anti-acne face serums. Check the label in what you are using, you are probably using one today.

Retinoid Creams

These creams are popular for their scar-healing properties – an ideal acne scar treatment. Retinoids help your skin to heal faster by speeding up your cell regeneration. Retinoid creams also reduce the discoloration of scars making them less noticeable as it smoothens the appearance of your skin. 

How To Minimize Acne Scars

Now that you know the other options in removing acne scars, it will also be good to know how to minimize the formation of acne scars in the first place.

If you are having an acne breakout today, don’t freak out. The best approach is to stay calm and deal with it properly. Acne comes in different types depending on the blockage of the pores. In most cases, there are several types present in one breakout wherein there’s a mixture of papules, pustules, nodules, blackheads, and whiteheads. Each type requires a different approach and treatment to unclog, clean, and restore the pores.

Pustules are inflamed reddish bumps that contain yellowish fluid called pus. Cystic acne is the larger version of pustules which simply has more pus inside. Papules appear the same but without the pus. While nodular acne is larger, solid inflamed lumps. These four types of acne are the most common causes of acne scars particularly if you pop them prematurely which tend to lead to larger acne scars. In cases of cystic acne and nodular acne, you may need to seek professionals in dealing with these. Topical antibiotics such as clindamycin and erythromycin or oral tetracycline antibiotics are ideal in treating moderate to severe acne.

Acne scars can fade through time but if you want them to go away faster, solutions are readily available. Taking care of your skin properly with all-organic products such as our Baobab skincare line is a great all-natural approach.