DamagedSkin 3 Share Posted February 1, 2018 Hi everyone. I'm 23 F. Up to now, I had just perfect skin but for some reason, I fell into depression and became obsessed with my appearance. I had a belief that something was wrong with my skin, so I used excessive exfoliants on my face. Now I had a painful bout of cystic acne which led to icepick scars on my cheeks. However the good news is that those scars are shallow. They are not extremely deep. Since I went on a caveman regimen - meaning I stopped using all exfoliants - my skin is now smooth and I stopped getting new acne. Is it even worth dermarolling at home or should I forget and learn to accept my skin? I am really hoping to get my perfect skin back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Share Posted February 1, 2018 Needling does nothing for ice picks,scarred or enlarged pores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamagedSkin 3 Author Share Posted February 1, 2018 So what do you recommend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fermina 1 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Omg!! This is almost like what happened to me or at least I think. I became so fixated with my skin appearance that i went to shit, the most horrible thing is when I try this salicylic acid pads that also had tons os alcohol now I feel my skin is ruined for good. Maybe check in with your derm? Also have you paid visits to the psychiatrist/therapist/etc.? I feel you so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamagedSkin 3 Author Share Posted February 11, 2018 Yes I feel I need to visit a therapist but unfortunately I live in a country called "Canada" where there is a notoriously long wait list to see a dermatologist or any other specialist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fermina 1 Share Posted February 15, 2018 Here in Mexico the waitlist are also very long but fortunately private practicioners are not that expensive in my country. I love this kinds of forums because getting support from people going trough the same stuff is very calming so feel free to talk to me whenever you want. I know what it feels like to have body dysmorphia. Is one of the worst I have to endure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazzed 226 Share Posted April 10, 2018 You barely have anything that can be called "scars". I suggest you seek therapy instead of treatment that can potentially worsen your near perfect skin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
