Depending on the severity of your pimples and how you treated them, acne may leave a scar. If you squeeze or pick a pimple, scarring is more likely. Additionally, deep nodules are more likely to leave scars than other types of acne, according to KidsHealth.org in the article "Can Acne Scars Be Removed?" An acne scar may look like a small red dot, a swollen blemish or a divot in the skin. In some cases, acne scars can be minimized or removed completely with dermatological treatments.
Step 1
Wait one year before getting further treatment for acne scars, suggests KidsHealth.org. The scars are only likely to get better over the next 12 months and if the acne has left a red mark, it may disappear completely without treatment.
Step 2
Get a chemical peel for depressed scars that cause a divot, recommends the American Academy of Dermatology website in the article "What is a Scar?" During a chemical peel, a dermatologist will apply a liquid to the skin that causes the top layer of skin to peel off. When the skin grows back, it will be smoother and more even.
Step 3
Schedule a dermabrasion session. A dermabrasion procedure involves touching the skin to a rotating brush that wears away the outer layer of skin. As your face heals, the scar may be less noticeable.
Step 4
Consider laser therapy sessions. Your dermatologist may schedule a few sessions over several weeks to help reduce acne scars. Traditional laser therapy involves tightening the middle layer of skin and removing the top layer to smooth out scars and make skin color more even.
Step 5
Get fractional laser therapy for deep treatment with minimal recovery time. Fractional laser therapy targets the deeper layers of the skin, making the face look red but not removing the top layer of skin like traditional laser therapy.
Tips and Warnings
- Skip out on lotions and creams that may promise to remove acne scars-- they may irritate your skin and make the scars look even worse.
- Get several opinions to determine which dermatological scar treatment is right for your particular case.
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