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Acne scarring may not be entirely preventable, however you can take measures to minimize scarring. The good news is that non-inflamed blemishes such as whiteheads and blackheads are unlikely to cause scarring. Unfortunately, not all acne remains in a non-inflamed state; therefore, it is necessary to take steps to minimize the after effects of inflamed […]

Acne scarring can leave behind painful reminders of those pesky pimples; however, you can control scarring with a few easy preventative best practices and helpful products. The best way to avoid scarring is to prevent acne altogether. If only that were so simple right? A basic understanding of acne origins, preventative practices, and special treatment […]

Scars are a visible reminder of  acne. While acne skincare products are able to help clear existing acne and prevent new flare ups, acne scars can linger long after the breakouts have gone away. I’ve compiled a list of some of your most common questions related to acne scars, from how they happen to how […]

Summer is almost here! Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching and if you live in a warm climate, you most likely will be near the water. If you have acne scars, there are some precautions you need to take before you head out to soak up the sun. Last summer, we were at Cocoa Beach […]

Acne Scarring comes in all shapes and sizes and is a common side effect of many varieties of acne. Most Acne scars fall under one of the following 4 categories.  http://www.acne.org/acne-scar-treatment.html Previously, potent chemical peels and retinoids were the number one choice for acne scar removal and, until recently, had one of the higher success rates for […]

A product that can sometimes be over looked to treat acne scars is a facial serum. This potent liquid can dramatically improve your complexion so only a few drops two to three times a week is needed. Acne scars come in two varieties; pigmented and pitted scars. Pigmented scars are usually red or brown marks […]

Suffering from acne can be a difficult problem especially if you are left with acne scars, finding the most suitable acne scar treatments is the first step to clearer skin. Acre scars are inflammation caused by acne within the dermis of your skin.  You can tell that a scar is an acne scar by its […]

Oftentimes, acne scarring on dark skin can look worse than acne itself. This is because of hyper-pigmentation and types of scarring that many African Americans experience due to acne. Melanin gathers at the site of the scar, along with excess skin tissue and makes that particular area darker than the rest of the skin. The most […]

If you have, or have had, moderate to severe acne you have probably been left with some acne scars – darkened, possibly pitted marks on your skin.  There are a few things you can do to prevent future scarring on your skin from acne. First of all – treat your acne!  If your acne is […]

Skin Hyperpigmentation, Scarring and Acne. Acne is often the only thing stands between us and the great skin. It is the most common skin disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin, characterized by whiteheads, blackheads, papules and pustules. Almost everyone has them, some are mild cases, some moderate and some severe. As our pores […]