Derma rolling creates tiny punctures in the skin, which (after 2-4 weeks) will repair and regenerate. As these tiny wounds heal, they produce new collagen. Collagen eventually fills in the pits and scars left behind from acne, creating a smooth, uniform surface.
Rollers are sold online for around $35 and contain various needle sizes, ranging from .25mm - 1.5mm. The .25 size is not powerful enough to boost collagen, and therefore will not reduce acne scarring. It is intended for those looking to get better absorption from skin care products. The best size to select in order to reduce acne scarring is .75mm-1.0mm, as these needle punctures will encourage collagen production and smooth skin texture. |
This is the best treatment for very deep, older acne scars. Each procedure takes around 30 minutes, during which short pulses of micro-fine laser light penetrate to the skin’s sub-layers to rearrange the skin’s support structure. After the treatment, the body’s natural healing process takes over, clearing away damaged tissue and rebuilding it with fresh new collagen and elastin. As these essential elements are re-established, skin becomes noticeably more plump and "filled in", making pitted acne scars vanish. After the recommended 3-7 treatments (usually limited to 1 or 2 monthly), you will see a drastic visible difference, and the surface of skin will feel smooth and even. |
These work well on light to moderate acne scarring, as they gradually peel away surface layers of the epidermis. This resurfacing allows newer, fresh skin to emerge. The down side is that a Chemical Peel does exactly what the name implies - it makes your skin peel and shed layers. This causes a bit of a dilemma with people who can't afford down time to let skin heal. It's best to have the procedure done when you have at several days to allow for healing, without the need to apply foundation. Whatever you do, DON'T try to accelerate peeling by picking at and removing layers of skin before they are ready, as this will lead to additional scarring. |