The ultimate goal of treating "pimples" is to restore the skin to a smooth and perfect state, and under no circumstances should pimple scars be allowed to wreak havoc!
When pimples from youth have faded away, those annoying pimple scars still remain on the face, as if taunting you with the painful experiences you've endured! It's important to know that treating pimples is much easier than dealing with pimple scars, but it's not impossible to deal with them either!
Types of Pimple Scars
Pimple scars are usually caused by delayed medical treatment or by manually squeezing the pimples. There are generally two types of pimple scars: one type lies completely flat on smooth skin, which is relatively easy to handle and will fade naturally in about 3-6 months. You can also apply topical A acid or fruit acid to accelerate recovery, but sun protection during the day is essential. The other type consists of white depressions, which are more difficult to treat and may take 1-2 years to fade. Even then, the condition of the skin may not fully satisfy you. Topical A acid and fruit acid can help, and you could consider using topical right-handed Vitamin C, low-dose oral A acid, or right-handed Vitamin C导入to solve the problem. If pulsed light or dye laser treatments are used, the results would be more ideal, but the cost would be higher.
Managing Red Pimple Scars
If you're still unsure what type of pimple scar you have, you can determine the appropriate treatment method based on the different stages of pimple development:
1. Pimples are still appearing, and your skin is oily
This is the best stage to prevent pimple scars! First of all, never squeeze pimples with your fingers. At the same time, you can use some anti-pimple and oil-control skincare products; tea tree oil essence is also a good helper at this stage. To prevent the formation of pimple scars, sun protection and moisturizing work must be done well. If pimples continue to appear, it's time to see a doctor. Rapid treatment is the best way to prevent pimple scars!
2. Pimples have been well controlled
Use warm towels to steam your face. On one hand, steaming can increase the temperature of the skin, helping the top layer of skin absorb repair products better. On the other hand, it accelerates metabolism and improves facial circulation, aiding in skin repair. If blackheads have been largely resolved or if you want to use a wiping method for treatment, you might consider high-concentration right-handed Vitamin C导入.
3. Depressions have already appeared
Use fruit acids! Using high-concentration fruit acids for peeling has varying effects depending on the concentration. Concentration above 3%:
Promotes the shedding of the outermost layer of dead skin, allowing for better hydration. Many skincare products contain fruit acids.
Concentration between 3%-8% (available at pharmacies):
Accelerates the renewal of the epidermal cells, achieving an anti-pimple effect by speeding up the shedding of blackheads and making pimple scars less noticeable.
Concentration below 10% (medical grade):
Sheds the outermost layer of dead skin, accelerates the renewal of keratinocytes, promotes the growth of epidermal cells, and increases the production of elastic fibers in the dermis. Treats pimples, removes pimple scars, lightens dark spots, and smoothes wrinkles.
4. Seeking Medical Treatment
This requires qualified doctors to conduct diagnoses and evaluations before proceeding with treatment. These treatments are typically aimed at pimple scars with a certain "history." Major treatment methods include:
Laser Skin Renewal: Improves enlarged pores and deeper depressions.
Pulsed Light: Stimulates the proliferation of fibroblasts, thickening the dermis and smoothing out depressions. Since pulsed light can stimulate collagen production, it helps with red pimple scars and newly formed depressions.
Filler Method: Properly injecting fillers (collagen) raises the depressed areas to level with surrounding tissues.
Laser Therapy: Laser-based treatments such as dye lasers can flatten vascular proliferative scars.
Diamond Microdermabrasion: Treats problem skin conditions like acne, blackheads, and pimple scars, improving fine wrinkles and large pores.
After undergoing medical beauty treatments, the most important step is post-treatment care, aiming to maintain long-term effectiveness. Through proper care, the skin's condition can be improved, achieving the dream of eternal youth. This important step involves sun protection and brightening. Doing these two things well ensures that no new spots appear!
5. Eating for Better Skin
To a certain extent, pimple scars are due to poor skin healing ability. Some foods can accelerate skin healing—such as lily bulbs, mung beans, snow fungus, and lotus seeds, which help even out skin tone. Eating more fruits and vegetables rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A can also help.
Vegetables: Cauliflower, cabbage, green vegetables, etc.
Fruits: Kiwi, cherries, persimmons, lemons, strawberries, etc.
Nuts: Almonds, walnuts, sesame seeds, etc.
FAQs About Pimple Scars
Can I use fruit acid peel to solve pimple scars and enlarged pores on my face?
A: Generally speaking, as long as you find a good dermatologist, fruit acid peel is a very safe method. But you need to check if you have any of the following issues:
1. Healing wounds on your face: Fruit acid peel may affect wound healing.
2. Warts on your face, especially flat warts: Fruit acid peel will cause the "human papillomavirus" responsible for warts to spread, making the warts grow more.
3. Recent electrotherapy: If your face has recently undergone electrotherapy due to other factors, the skin will be more fragile.
4. Recent cryotherapy within a month: The skin where cryotherapy was just performed will be more fragile.
5. Obvious eczema on your face: Such conditions may worsen the eczema and make it difficult to control.
What should I do if the pimple scars on my face have become shallow depressions, and the color is getting lighter? What is the best way to deal with depressions?
A: After laser resurfacing is widely recognized as the most effective way to remove depressions, but laser treatments may cause hyperpigmentation. However, as long as proper sun protection is maintained, the pigmentation will gradually fade. Therefore, if you want to remove depressions, you still need to consult a qualified doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
(Note: The article includes practical advice and tips for managing pimple scars and emphasizes the importance of seeking professional medical advice when necessary.)