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How to Get Rid of Acne Scars: 7 Treatment Options

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Facial creams and medications

Recommended for teens and young adults with pimples, these creams promote collagen formation and are applied daily after skin cleansing. Regular cleansing helps maintain skin cleanliness and prevent scarring.

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Dermabrasion or microdermabrasion

Utilizing small equipment with diamond or aluminum oxide needle points, this exfoliation method removes the outermost layer of skin, stimulating collagen production and promoting smoother skin.

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Chemical peels

Chemical acid peels remove the top layer of skin to promote the growth of a new layer, resulting in firmer and smoother skin. Ideal for individuals over 30 without active pimples, this treatment is potent and effective for various depths of acne scars.

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Microneedling with a DermaRoller

This treatment involves rolling a DermaRoller with tiny needles over scarred areas to create small wounds that stimulate collagen growth. Suitable for mild to moderate acne scars, it's available for home use

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Laser

Laser treatment stimulates collagen changes in the skin, progressively eliminating acne spots and scars. Typically requiring 3 to 5 sessions, it's ideal for individuals unable to achieve results with acne creams.

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Hyaluronic acid fillers

Injecting fillers into the face helps remove fibrosis points under the skin that cause scarring. Recommended for individuals with acne scars that don't change shape when stretching the skin and who prefer non-invasive treatments.

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Platelet-rich plasma injections (PRP)

PRP injections involve injecting the person's own plasma into the face to stimulate fibrin and collagen production, filling out skin irregularities. Suitable for those unable to complete other treatments