Acne Scarring
Acne is a devastating condition to the skin, whether it is blackheads, whiteheads, pimples or cysts, they all occur when the pores in our skin become clogged with sebum. Acne is most common when our hormones surge which is why it is more common in adolescence and in women before their periods.
In most people acne will resolve without leaving any permanent damage to the skin, but in a significant amount of people, the inflammation and damage caused by acne results in a permanent scar to the skin. These scars range from tiny, barely noticeable scars to large ice-pick scars that can be large and deep.
The impact of scarring on people varies considerably and can really affect self-esteem and confidence. Ideally acne is treated before any scarring occurs and there are many medications available either over the counter or from your GP or dermatologist.
If acne scarring has already occurred, there are many treatments available which can lessen the appearance or get rid of the scarring completely, including chemical peels, laser treatments and dermaroller.
