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Thank you for your question. Retin-A is effective in treating comedones (whiteheads and blackheads) but ice pick scars are deep and topical treatment is not very effective. Atrophic scarring, including ice pick scars, are best treated with modalities that cause injury to the skin causing subsequent collagen formation. Treatment options include fractionated laser, dermaroller or dermapen, resurfacing lasers, deep peels, etc., may help your condition. The right modality for you depends on your skin type, expectations, patience, downtime, and cost. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon to discuss treatment options that best suit your needs. Take care and good luck.
I think using retin a is essential to be part of your scar treatment. It is not effective alone and helps remodel and improve scars. I would also consider using microneedling, filler, PRP, TCA Cross, Infini, and possibly laser resurfacing.
I often advise my patients to do something similar to what your are doing. The key with retin A is consistency over time, not such much getting to a high dose fast. For example using a low dose every night is better than using a high dose once a week. It's sticking to it that...
Retinoids do not affect your growth. I wonder if someone said this because they are not recommended in pregnancy, and Accutane, a completely different and much stronger oral Vitamin A derivative, can cause fetal deformities if taken in pregnancy. The worst you could expect would be dry or pi...
