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Get Rid of Acne Scars

Without Expensive Doctor Visits
   
The removal process of acne scars is something that does not happen overnight. To truly get rid of acne scars, one must undergo a series of treatments, whether it be an operation in worst case scenarios or through the use of home remedies for mild scars.

So how do you go about removing the scars? Well before you rush off and try to make your face look brand spanky new, you need to make sure you current acne (if any) is under control. Why is this advised?

If you begin to remove scars while other acne is kicking in, it will flame up and you will be constantly removing scars. So it is best to seek treatment, naturally or otherwise, to get your acne controlled before moving on with scar removal. They say time heals, and that is certainly the case with acne.

Once a good year and a half has passed with no real signs of acne outbreaks, one must begin the removal process. This is done by typically applying some sort of chemical peel to the affected area. Depending on the severity of your scars, you have a few options for peels.

1. Glycolic acid is used for mild scars.
2. Trichloracetic acid is used for medium scars.
3. Phenol acid is used for severe cases.

It is hard to specificy exactly which option is best for you. Based on results taken over the years, a medium solution works best for all cases. The reasoning behind this is that with a small dosage, you are unlikely to see any real effect. Just the opposite is true with a high dosage, you may take off more than you wanted to.

In the most severe attempts to remove scars, you can opt to have the top layer of your skin removed to the area of infection or scar. This type of operation is known as 'dermabrasion'. Is this suggested?

Well you can surely go after this approach is NOTHING else has worked. The average person though should not have to go this route. There may not even be any cutting involved as you imagine it. With the technology of today, the operation could be performed with a laser.

It is suggested to check with your physician before ever attempting this type of procedure. Keep in mind that even with such procedures, it will take time to truly see your skin heal. That is why the use of chemical peels and proper foods is recommended. For information on eating correctly, please see Acne Free In 3 Days.