Acne Scar Treatment to Improve Skin Texture?

asked 3 years ago by talleybell in georgia
Latest answer by Bryan K. Chen, MD
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I have had cystic acne in past and have tried every internal medicine. I even tried Accutane 2 yrs. ago which cleared my acne until recently when I had a flare up of about 3.

My question is what is the best treatment I can to do improve my skin texture that currently has fine lines, mild acne scars and some sunspots? Keep in mind I do not want to activate the cystic acne. I am currently on Solodyne(minocycline hcl).

2 answers to Acne Scar Treatment to Improve Skin Texture?

Skin texture treatments

A series of light chemical peels including Jessner, salicylic acid, 10% TCA or laser peels such as Smoothbeam and Cooltouch can address all 3 concerns you mentioned including fine lines, mild acne scars and sun spots. Some of the fractionated laser technologies such as Fraxel re:store and Pixel (erbium) can also do a fine job of improving skin texture. The key is to find a qualified, experienced practitioner you are comfortable with, who can walk you through all your options, expected... more

Bryan K. Chen, MD
San Diego Dermatologist

Cooltouch, SilkPeel best options; maybe Isolaz

There are many options for acne, acne scars, textural improvement, and discoloration. Isolaz may be an option, but you might want to be off Solodyne for a few days before each session. Isolaz helps redness, texture and active acne. Cooltouch is an excellent option. I have used it for years for acne, acne scars and textural improvement. SilkPeel is gentle and would give some textural inprovement and with the salicylic acid infusion, acne can be improved. There are other options out there as... more

Mary Lupo, MD
New Orleans Dermatologist

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Acne Scar Treatment to Improve Skin Texture?

Skin texture treatments

Cooltouch, SilkPeel best options; maybe Isolaz

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