No matter how many times you run to wash your face, acne will always find a way to stick to you. You may not know it but excessive scrubbing may make the affected region even drier, in addition to wiping off any natural oil that the skin accumulates, eventually making the situation even worse. By now, you should understand that excessive cleaning is not the solution to severe types of acne, more specifically cystic acne.

If you consider glaring red pimples the end of the world, thankfully you have not yet gone through severe cystic acne which can leave a scar forever when you don’t take care of it as you should. It is not just limited to cystic acne, but blackheads, whiteheads and other types of acne may also leave a mark that can turn into a scar and leave you agitated every time you look into the mirror. Let’s skip right to the debate:

Acne Marks & Acne Scars – Are they the same?

Unfortunately for most people who have had pimples before, you should know that these pimples leave behind evidence, mostly marks and scars.

It is good news if those marks are superficial and the skin stays smooth in dark and reddish areas. However, if the texture of your skin changes and you have lately observed dents or raised spots, the damage is much deeper. This is the point when you should start taking skin care seriously since what you see is an acne scar.

Well don’t worry, with the help of modern medicine and advanced technology, acne scar treatment in Singapore has been made possible.

The Different Options for Fighting Acne Scars

One of the most common reasons for scar formation is the accumulation of collagen in the deep pores or dents in the skin, in a columnar pattern, mimicking the wound. Although collagen is known to keep the skin youthful, it is bound to have its side effects. What it does is that it pulls skin downwards and contracts the cells, altering the texture from the surrounding skin.

First of all, keep in mind that there is no secret recipe or a magic potion, or perhaps a wondrous modern gadget that can make scars disappear completely, but that doesn’t mean that there is a reason for you to be disappointed. Many dermatologically-approved medicines and acne scar treatments have successfully faded and removed scars off millions of faces, however, many of those scars may not actually be scars, but are actually ertyhema (red or brown spots) or hyperpigmentation.

Now, let’s talk about the various treatment available in Singapore.

• Rejuvapen

This is regarded as one of the most cost-efficient treatments in Singapore. This treatment uses needles to pierce through the damaged skin texture and change the collagen pattern in the scar. This is where collagen reforms with a different arrangement, allowing the skin to heal. It helps stimulate the skin, developing new tissue and tightening the skin

The best thing about this treatment is that it is cost-efficient, non-laser and non-surgical, also referred to as Radiofrequency Micro-needling.

• Laser Treatment

This is also a non-surgical treatment where the cystic acne-affected skin is exposed to laser beams, transmitting a high amount of energy into the skin cells, heating up and removing the damaged outer layer of skin. What’s more, this treatment helps to stimulate regeneration.

• Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are a more advanced version of exfoliating acids that are used to slough off the outer layer of the skin, leaving it hydrated and clean. Frequent usage of chemical peels helps to fade the appearance of cystic acne.

• Grafting / Punch Excision

Often referred to as the cut & paste method, it uses a tool to cut out the scar, which is replaced by a small piece of skin from behind the ear. The graft is then held in its place with steri-strips, better known as wound closure strips, sutures or a special surgical skin glue until it remains attached to the rest of the skin.

• Subcision

This is also a surgical procedure, mainly used for bumpy skin with deep dents. In this process, a special, sterilized needle is inserted to break the scar tissue and elevate it up to the original skin level.

Apart from seeing a dermatologist, there are also many products and medication that are great for fighting acne scars and marks, just make sure you do substantial research and consult a professional to make sure that you’re getting the right items for your treatment.