Even after two weeks of acne healing my scars have not faded. How long does it take for acne scars to fade?
Acne can often leave scars after healing. Acne scars may be pigmented – where there is colour change to red or blackish skin without any texture change, or raised/depressed – which can be felt by touch.
Pigmented scars, if untreated can take upto a year or more to heal. If you have pigmented scars and you want an improvement, you should start with a good skincare regimen to give your skin the best chance to heal. Consult a dermatologist who can prescribe you creams for lightening the marks. Procedures such as chemical peels and laser toning, if taken regularly for a few sessions can help treat the pigmentation much faster. Please ask your doctor about them.
Acne scars which can be felt by touch usually do not go away if not treated and often become apparent even on makeup. They need specialised treatments done by dermatologists. Raised scars are often treated with small injections or laser resurfacing, while depressed scars can be treated by inducing collagen under the skin which can fillup the lost tissue. Collagen inducing procedures most commonly include Microneedling radiofrequency and fractional laser which are minimally invasive procedures done under anesthesia. They require multiple sessions.
Do not expect your acne scar to heal by two weeks without any treatment. Please consult a dermatologist for detailed evaluation and possible results with a timeline.
Asked by Mishika on 14/10/2023 14:45 PM
Answered on 14/10/2023 18:39 PM
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Dr. Midhuna P V
MBBS, MD - Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy