Acne Scar Reduction Treatment Specialist in Culver City Los Angeles, CA

Reducing acne scars can be a tricky process as no one treatment is best for everyone. The treatment that will work best for you will depend on the depth of the scarring, the condition of your skin, any other skin conditions you may have, and your overall health.
 
The following have been shown as effective methods of minimizing acne scarring:
 
● Botox. Injecting Botox can relax the skin surrounding your scar which can improve the appearance of them.
● Chemical peel. In this procedure, a chemical solution is applied to the skin which removes the top layer(s) of it. This can also remove scar tissue and minimize the appearance of more severe scarring. 
● Dermabrasion. This procedure uses a rotating brush to remove the top layer of skin and can help with more severe acne scarring.
● Home skin care. Some medicated ointments containing azelaic acid or hydroxyl acids can help reduce the prominence of acne scars. Also, using sunscreen regularly can help reduce the appearance of scarring in contrast to unscarred in skin.
● Laser resurfacing and energy-based procedures. This approach can help reduce the appearance and discoloration associated with acne scarring using concentrated laser, light, or radiofrequency energy. 
● Skin needling. Needling involves rolling a small, needled device over the skin to stimulate the production of collagen and new dermal cells,
● Soft tissue fillers. This includes injectables, such as collagen, that can help plump up the skin, reducing the appearance of indented scars. However, this is only a temporary solution and will require regular appointments to maintain.
● Steroid injection. Injectable steroids can help improve the appearance of raised scars.
Surgery. Using a technique known as punch excision, your surgeon surgically removes individual acne scars. The wounds are then stitched or grafted closed, reducing and/or eliminating acne scarring.

The most difficult type of acne scars to treat are often the ones that are the most deeply embedded into the skin and/or have caused the most dermal trauma.
 
Icepick acne scarring has taken the mantle as being some of the most difficult to treat, as scars are narrow, oval-shaped, and set deep into the skin. They are often compared to the scarring that can come from scratching at chickenpox too aggressively.

While acne scars can be incredibly frustrating, there are many ways to go about reducing the appearance of them. While most acne scars are permanent, a certified dermatologist or skincare specialist can point you toward the right treatment for your skin that can help you minimize their prominence over the short and long term.
 
This may be through over-the-counter or prescription medications, home skin care products, and/or dermatologist-performed procedures such as chemical peels, skin needling, dermal fillers, Botox, or laser treatments.

If you have acne scarring, you have permanent skin damage that is likely only to fade with professional dermatological treatment.
 
Depending on the type of treatment you opt for, and the severity of your acne scarring, you may notice improvements in your scarring within weeks or after several months. For more complicated conditions, specialists estimate that scar fading can take anywhere from 3-6 months; although this can widely vary from person to person.
 
At Renouveau Med Spa, we offer professional-grade treatments to reduce the appearance of acne scarring. Contact us today for more information about our treatment selections or schedule an appointment at your earliest convenience. We are conveniently located at 11600 Washington Place, Culver City, CA 90066. We serve clients from Culver City Los Angeles CA, Downtown LA, Beverly Hills CA, Marina del Rey CA, Venice CA, Playa Vista CA, Mar Vista CA, Playa Del Mar CA, and surrounding areas.