Acne is a very common problem faced by many adults and even younger ones nowadays. Those grimy and defiled bumps got off after some time but left behind your skin with scars and lumps which are not easy to get rid of. They are of different types varying from person to person. Technology has revolutionized this era and there come to a lot of effective and mind-blowing treatments that revitalize your skin back to its original beauty. It is very important to first realize the type of scars a person is having before giving Acne Scar Treatment for Sensitive Skin in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Sharjah.
Types:
Some of the types of scars on sensitive skin are:
1. Atrophic Scars:
This sort of acne scar is formed due to cystic acne and heal below the top layer of skin. On sensitive skin, it is painful and fluid-filled from inside. This type of acne is also further divided into 3 types:
- Ice picks scars
- Boxcar scars
- Rolling scars.
Treatment:
The best effective treatment for this type of scars are:
- Chemical peels
- Laser therapy
- Skin needling
- Fillers injection
- Subcision
- Microdermabrasion
Results:
2. Hypertrophic and Keloid Scars:
A sort of lump is formed after the acne is off from the skin which is mostly quite bigger than the original spot of acne.
Treatment:
The basic purpose of treatment is to reduce the size of the scar lump. The most effective treatment for this type of acne scar is:
- Steroid injections.
- Laser resurfacing therapy
- Intralesional corticosteroid injection
- Silicone elastomer sheeting
- Cryotherapy
3. Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation:
This sort of acne is mostly caused due to squeezing or picking the acne. These are more likely dark spots than scars.
Treatment:
- Chemical peels(Salicylic and glycolic acid and retinoid)
- Laser therapy.
- Laser peel
- Microdermabrasion
Aftercare:
- It is recommended by dermatologists to use a mild cleanser on daily basis.
- Followed by a sunblock effective for sensitive skin.
- Try to avoid contact with UV rays for a few days after the treatment as it may cause itching and redness.
- Use a moisturizer suitable for your skin type.
- Avoid doing makeup for a day or more.
- If new acne forms avoid picking it.
- Avoid touching the treated area.
- Avoid using chemical peels.
Cost:
As there are several different types of Acne Scar Treatment for Sensitive Skin their prices also fluctuate with their types. All types of therapy to treat scars range between AED500 to AED2000 concerning the number of sessions required for your sensitive skin.
Conclusion:
At last, the best therapy concluded is laser therapy which provides stunning and guaranteed results in one and more attempts. Those who can’t afford laser therapy can also take a chemical peel treatment which costs less and affects more.
But is not recommended for all types of acne because of the reason it does not take off the lumps down formed due to hypertrophic and keloid scars. But is quite effective for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and atrophic scars.
Why Choose Us?
Skin is a very sensitive matter. Our team of expert dermatologists at Enfield Royal Skincare Clinic in Dubai is looking forward to solving your skin problems with care and pleasure to ensure you with your expectations and desired results. So don’t let your acne scars spoil your looks and your confidence. Go grab your very first consultation with our dermatologists for free and know about yourself and Acne Scar Treatment for Sensitive Skin in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Sharjah for free.
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