Conclusion
As the skin heals, the production of excess or insufficient collagen causes acne scars to appear. Acne scars can be raised, icepick, boxcar, rolling atrophic, and other sorts of scars.
In addition to redness and dark patches known as hyperpigmentation, acne can also cause it in those with darker skin.
A number of therapies can lessen the look of acne scars, while they won’t completely disappear on their own. This covers office-based dermatological procedures such microdermabrasion, laser resurfacing, fillers, microneedling, skin tightening, and surgery.
To lessen scarring, at-home chemical peels including retinoids and salicylic acid can promote skin cell turnover.
Consult your physician for advice on the best treatment strategy for the type and degree of acne you are experiencing.
References
[1] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/acne/symptoms-causes/syc-20368047
[2] https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/ice-pick-scars
[3] https://www.healthline.com/health/boxcar-scars
[4] https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/acne/what-to-know-about-rolling-scars
[5] https://www.healthline.com/health/microdermabrasion
[6] https://www.healthline.com/health/laser-therapy
[7] https://www.healthline.com/health/cryosurgery
[8] https://www.healthline.com/health/hyperpigmentation