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I Had Acne for 2 Years, and Now Im Suffering from Acne Scars on my Cheeks, How To Treat?

asked 5 months ago by maria 91 in egypt
Latest answer by Sanusi Umar, MD
Question viewed 132 times
Tags: cheeks, dosage, gel, irritation, options

im using contractubex gel since 2 days now.. i apply it once a day on my face because it causes me irritation and itching.. should i continue applying it several times a day? please help :)

3 answers to I Had Acne for 2 Years, and Now Im Suffering from Acne Scars on my Cheeks, How To Treat?

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Re: Treatment for Acne Scars on the Cheeks

You may be experiencing an allergic reaction. Cepae extract is the active ingredient which is extracted from onions. If you have any type of sensitivity to onions, this might explain the irritation and itching. It would probably be best to stop using this product. But also speak to your doctor about this as well. Many patients have experienced successful results in undergoing laser treatment for their acne scars. However it is important to understand how this works. Scar tissue is made... more
Sanusi Umar, MD

Redondo Beach Dermatologic Surgeon

www.finetouchdermatology.com

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Stop using this product

Contractubex gel should not be used by anyone with sensitivity to onions. Do you have that? Additionally, it has extreme sensitivity to light and sun, so Egypt really may NOT be the place to use a medication like this. With that being said, I also don't think this medicine is all that effective and Hydrocortisone 2.5% is cheaper, non irritating, and doesn't have any of the complications that Contractubex gel has. If it's that bad, stop using it - it's not worth... more
F. Victor Rueckl, MD

Las Vegas Dermatologist
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Acne scar treatments

There are many treatments for acne marks, depending on the specific problem. There are discoloration marks - either red marks or brown marks. The red ones respond so well to a laser called Vbeam. The brown spots respond well to chemical peels and fading agents . Sometimes there is a raised, or keloid spot. They need injection. Vbeam laser can also help with this. The uneven surface can be treated with Fraxel laser to create a smooth surface, shrink pores and treat... more
Tanya Kormeili, MD

Los Angeles Dermatologist

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