Developing pimples is a pretty normal occurrence for teenagers and even adults. These blemishes indicate an overproduction of oil, an inability of your skin to slough off dead cells or a presence of bacteria. Often, it is a combination of all these things that result in acne. In any case, the pimple scars left behind long after the last blemish has healed can be even more troubling than the pimples were to you. Luckily, treatments are available to regain your smooth skin.
Step 1
Ask your dermatologist to fill deep scars with a filler material. These fillers are delivered by means of an injection that contains collagen or fat. After a few days, deep scars will look to be flush with the rest of your skin. However, you'll need to have repeated injections to maintain the results.
Step 2
Undergo a chemical peel in your dermatologist's office. Discuss your peel options, as many strengths are available. Glycolic acid is commonly used and available in low to high concentrations. Stronger peels that contain phenols may be used to penetrate deeper into your skin to fade your scars faster. In any case, multiple sessions are usually needed to achieve desirable results.
Step 3
Schedule an appointment with your dermatologist to have dermabrasion performed. A standard treatment involves running a rotating wire brush over your pimple scars to remove the top layer of skin. While the area will be an open wound and require attentive care following treatment, the scars generally heal over much smoother and become less noticeable. You may need a few treatments to fully eliminate your pimple scars.
Step 4
Request that laser resurfacing be performed on your pimple scars. During this procedure, your dermatologist will shine a laser directly at your scars, removing the top layer of skin and encouraging collagen production beneath the skin's surface. Over time, your skin will heal smoother and scars will appear more flush with your skin's surface.
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