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TCA cross done by dermatologist.. doesn’t seem right?

It looks good. Keep the scabs on as long as possible. Use moisturizer lightly on the scabs to keep them moist and try to stay out of sunlight.

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Post TCA products to buy?

The first time I did TCA CROSS I used aquaphor and some scabs came off within 3 days, and it was hard to clean the area with this stuff on whithout loosening scabs. Also, I showered but wa...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Post TCA products to buy?

It's very important for CROSS to maintain the scabs as long as possible. Vaseline and aquaphor could potentially rip off the scabs too soon even though some recommend it. I use a daily moisturizer tha...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
SMOKING

Smoking and alcohol are the two worst things for your skin. Water and exercise are the two best things for your skin. Do it.

In forum Acne

6 years ago
Sunscreen?

CeAve AM moisturiser with SPF 30 is a good one I've been using lately. Cetaphil has a tinted moisturiser/suncreen that is marketed for redness which I also like.

In forum Over-the-counter acne medications and products

6 years ago
Regarding Subcision Results

Another round of subcision won't cause your scars go back to how they previously were. Yes you can do suction even though you used filler for the previous subcision.

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Light Theraphy Mask

Could possibly help with pimples but zero results for any type of scars or texture issues. Light masks that claims "collagen production" is a good indicator it's a waste of time and money.

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Can lasers on their own significantly improve deep scars?

Lasers are good to fix texture issues after other treatments for scars. I know because I've tried and after the swelling goes down 2-3 weeks later they all appear again. If you have ice pick, boxcar, ...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
How bad is my scarring? What treatments might help?

You have fairly good skin. I don't think it's wise to do any harsh treatments that can make any scars more noticeable. I'd say develop a good skincare routine if you want to lighten up some hyperpigme...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Update ance scars Dr rullan

On 10/7/2019 at 9:23 AM, Supadanny said: How long does the scabs take to fall off ? Could take up to a week and maybe a little over a week. The longer your scabs are left on the better. ...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Update ance scars Dr rullan

Phenomenal improvement and looking good! Make sure you keep up with your aftercare, and keep those scabs intact as long as possible.

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
How do you deal with anxiety from scars?

Yup, I've been going through this stuff that passed 3 years when the scars have become more noticeable. I feel that when I have a lot of downtime and not busy is the worst for me and I start looking u...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Help With Acne Scarring

On 10/1/2019 at 6:45 PM, dodgerguy said: [This is a generic treatment plan given to most.] You probably don't need to put yourself through a phenol peel with the cost and and downtime and obvio...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Help With Acne Scarring

I don’t understand how BA is allowed to edit and hide posts by me and others. Nothing wrong with what I originally stated in my post above to have the first sentence removed. Kinda sad to see a modera...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Help With Acne Scarring

On 9/29/2019 at 3:43 PM, Firsttimelongtime said: @froyosh [This is a generic treatment plan given to most.] You probably don't need to put yourself through a phenol peel with th...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Micro w PRP - cost?

Regular microneedling w/ PRP can be done at a medspa for $300-$400 range if you really want to do it. It won't make a big difference with acne scarring though.

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
NEED ADVICES WITH SCARRS

One theory to the left side being worse can be due to the exposure to the sun when driving. I believe that’s part of the reason why my left side is worse as well. Make sure you’re wearing enough suns...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Subcision/cross progress - before/after - Success Story

2 hours ago, SaraTheGerman said: I know you probably don't want to do this but it would be great to see your scars with the direct overhead lighting to really see and compare with your first se...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
acne solutions please

Sometimes it may come down to your diet. Try to see what might be causing your acne through foods by cutting certain things, such as dairy, and see if your acne improves. Wash with a cleanser every da...

In forum Acne

6 years ago
Advice on my skin

Have you tried exfoliating your skin with things like chemical peels? The AHA cream offered on this site and other sites can help smooth your skin.

In forum Acne

6 years ago
Just+had+subcision+-+documenting+w/+photos!

@91baby wow amazing improvement girl! I read somewhere that your skin should be cleaned well with something like alcohol acetone for the acid to work well on the skin. Where do you get your glycolic p...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Exoderm/Phenol chemobrasion with Dr Rullan

Even though I'm not an expert like BA, I also gave advice to tryinghard when he PM'd me last month to do many subcisions with fillers (CROSS on the ice picks and boxcars) and not jump straight to a p...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
Help with my scarring?

5 hours ago, infamousboo95 said: Thanks for your reply @beautifulambition! It's been a month and all the scabbing is gone from the treatment. What I don't get with the banisher dermastamp is th...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
CO2 laser in treating acne scars - ultrapulse & Subcision of Acne Scars W/ Dr Lim Dr Rullan and Other Drs - Success Story in Progress

6 hours ago, shei514 said: Thank you for the messages, they help a lot. I’m booking an appointment for the 21st of November with Dr Rullan, I’m looking forward to it. I’m not sure if I should b...

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago
scars get worse with age

As you age, your body makes less collagen, as well as facial fat loss. Acne scars become more noticeable and apparent due to this.

In forum Acne Scars

6 years ago