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Strength of Evidence
Moderate Response
49%
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Strength of Evidence
Side Effects
Low
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist or plastic surgeon? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find a dermatologist or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find a plastic surgeon. Topical Treatments are also available over-the-counter.
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July 20, 2007
Cons:
healed half my scars, and worsened existing acne.
My existing acne became worse and created acne that wasn't there before. Smells horrible and after awhile the smell goes away. works only for the first couple of weeks but little results.
February 24, 2017
Product used: DevotedThings (Treatment for Indented Scars Acne Chicken Pox Pitted Scar Removal Peel with Hyaluronic Acid)
Truly amazing acne scars treatment peel
I am so excited to share my experience using this product. I tried it for a month on my forehead and temples only. I didn't expect it to work after just one month therefore I wasn't disappointed when I saw that it made only slight difference to my acne scars. I continued with my regular skin care regimen and had no immediate plans to repurchase this product.
But then two weeks later I started noticing that my forehead looked very smooth and the scars on my temples were barely there. The first time I noticed this, I was at the nearby shopping mall. I was washing my hands in the bathroom and was looking at my face in the mirror, wondering if I should reapply my lipstick. The light was really bad, the kind of light you get in elevators, the kind of light that shows all your acne scars in high definition. Basically, I was looking at my face under indirect angle lighting which revealed everything! My whole face was covered in acne scars, but the scars on my temples were barely there. I blinked a few times in disbelief.
After that "incident" I made a point of looking at my face under different lights and during different times of the day. I just couldn't believe that my acne scars on the temples were hardly visible.
So why didn't I see this before? Here is what I think happened. When I used the peel, I carefully applied it in front of the mirror at home. I was looking at my face day in and day out. Because of that, I couldn't see the difference this product was making to my acne scars. After I finished the product and resumed my regular skin care which I don't usually apply in front of a mirror, I was then able to notice the difference this product has made. But the biggest factor perhaps is seeing the acne scars under indirect angled light.
In short, I am amazed by this product. I have never before used a product that made such a significant difference to my acne scars in just one month. The scars on my temples are not just softer, they are barely there.
My face is covered in acne scars of different types. But most of the scars are so called rolling scars. Now I feel more optimistic and expect that with continuous use, this product will significantly reduce my acne scaring. This is more exciting for me than I can put into words...I would be happy to write updates on my progress.
October 25, 2015
Product used: Emu Oil
Not So Good for Face
Well it's good for hair growth but not face so yeah.
July 16, 2014
Product used: Emu Oil
NO NO NO!
If I were you, I would avoid this product. It broke me out in cystic acne right along my cheekbones, and made my PIH and red marks extremely more red. My mom said it looked like my face was on fire with this product on. On the bright side, it did soften my skin and it kinda smelled good lmao..
January 10, 2014
give it time. it works
Pros:
Fades marks and scars from acne
Doesn't make you break out
Makes skin feel smooth
Cons:
Small bottle (lasts a month)
Doesn't necessarily prevent acne
No sudden results (obviously, everything takes time and patience)
I have tried multiple products to clear my acne scars/marks. I was skeptical about this product but I decided to give it a try. I have been using it for over a month and I love it. it doesn't make me break out and it's actually fading my red marks and scars! it took me a month to see results so don't give up on this. And I especially love how it made my damaged skin from acne feel smooth and repaired.
March 9, 2013
Product used: Zenmed (Skin Eraser Kit)
used their acne system and after 6 months my acne was gone but spots on my forehead were still red. im using this for 2 months and notice a difference. i was worried since I thought my acne may come back but it hasn't and my skin looks clearer
June 4, 2012
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
great smell
keeps face moisturized
Cons:
too much money
barely worked
kept my face greasy
bottom line is that it barely faded any of my scars and the one that it did fade it took like 6 months to...too long.
March 5, 2012
Product used: Vita-K Solution (Professional Acne Scars Minimizer)
Pros:
-Works really good with redness of acne scars
- for dry skin it works good
-makes your skin feel soft
Cons:
-would not recommend using on oily skin because it can cause breakouts
I have sensitive skin, with inflamed acne. I had these small red marks on my skin and after using if for a few days there is already a difference when you put the cream on. defiantly give this a try.
July 24, 2011
Product used: Revitol (Scar Cream)
Pros:
Just slightly softens raises scars
Cons:
It does not have any effect whatsoever on both raised or depressed (acne) scars
I ordered this product from the Revitol company which claimed to be the only scar cream to reduce the appearance of acne/depressed scars, but after using it religiously for 3 weeks now still no imrovement, but noticed it has slightly softened my raised scar. Im planning to return the unused bottles. Does not work...it is all scam
June 13, 2011
Product used: Walgreens (Scar Gel)
Pros:
I really like this product. It is a clear gel like most other scar gels but I like that it doesn't seem to dry and look flakey on my face.
I do think it works (thank you so much!!) it just takes a little while and you have to have your acne under control in order first.
Cons:
It is easy to accidentally get too much, and the price (but well the worth the price).
Great product. Less problematic and better working than other scar gels I've tried, and cheaper than bigger name brands.
Pros:
My acne scars became less red, and lighted a few scars.