subject: Acne Scars: The Luck of the Draw [print this page] Author: Fiona Ross Author: Fiona Ross
Acne affects 89% of teenagers in the US. Out of those 89%, some are inflicted with a long lasting reminder of their experience with acne: acne scars. However, acne scars are not the guaranteed result of a pimple ridden adolescence. Even though there is no definite scientific reason explaining why some people have acne scars and some do not, possible causes have been identified. Furthermore, the causes of acne scars are plentiful and treatment options are abundant; ranging from the expensive invasive (and often painful) procedures to budget-friendly all-natural topical remedies. Navigating through the confusing maze of triggers and cures can be dizzying to many consumers. Knowing all of the information available will enable them to create their own path to a scar-free future. Below are the facts. POSSIBLE CAUSES OF ACNE SCARS: 1.)Heredity: One more thing to blame on your parents. It is proven that some people just scar easier than others. This is dependent on your skin texture and type. For instance, do you have dryer thicker lighter colored skin? You will probably scar easier than a person with darker or oilier skin. 2.)Severity of Acne: This is especially true for the unlucky few who develop the deep nodulocystic variety of acne. Some people just develop bad acne on their own, while others make their basic acne worse by ignoring it. This allows for the acne on your face to become so inflamed that eventually acne scars will produce on your face for the entire world to see (these types of acne scars are the ones that are raised up instead of indented in your face). 3.)Treatment of Acne: This is the most common cause. If you are among the people who either ignore their acne, or try to treat their pimples by using pins or your own nails, you have just put yourself in the population of Acne Scar Recipients. These people are the ones how try to pop their pimples or scratch at their face till the pimple is gone. This doesnt work and only leads to more irritation and redness. Plus the destroyed tissue of an acne lesion torn open creates those pretty little craters in our faces. TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR ACNE SCARS: 1.)Laser or Chemical Treatments: Microdermabrasion, Dermabrasion, Chemical Peels, or Laser Resurfacing are some of the options available to you. Even though these remedies are valid and do what they are supposed to, cost is a big issue. Ranging from $500 a square inch to over $3,000, these cures do not come cheap. Plus, most of them need repeating and the recovery time is long and semi-painful. 2.)Saline Injections and Augmentation: These types of treatments involve injecting treatments straight into the acne scars. Augmentation involves collagen (which is the stuff that fills in devits and lines) and Saline is a salt water based substance (used most The treatments are still quite pricey and the repetition is still necessary, but the recovery times are not at long as the above treatments. 3.)Topical Treatments: Creams, gels, serums all fall into this realm. This is probably the best acne scar option for the general public. You will have the privacy of treatments at your own home, your pocketbook will not be emptied, and the recovery time is zero. The only issues that go along with topical acne scar remedies is the time it will take to erase the scars and the chemicals some companies put into their products. Using all natural, non synthetically processed ingredients (like Collaxyl, Acai Berry Extract, and Provitiamn B5) will solve the possible dangerous chemical problem that goes along with using topical cream, but what about the time it takes to resolve your acne scars? Patience is the only solution to erasing acne scars while using topical treatments. Take your time and evaluate all of the information you receive regarding treatments for your acne scars. You know yourself better than anyone else so the decision is ultimately up to you. Understand the triggers for acne scars, understand yourself and your reactions to certain situations (are you patient, or are you impulsive), and choosing the safest treatment available will lead you on the road to a clear face. Be smart and be safe, you will thank yourself later. About the Author:
Fiona Ross, is a self proclaimed consumerist specializing in the skin care industry. She has written many articles from eye care to shampoos and conditioners.
