Addressing Acne Scars and Oily Skin

For treating deep acne scars on oily skin with some active breakouts, a comprehensive approach is recommended, focusing on controlling current acne, reducing oiliness, and stimulating skin regeneration.

1. Controlling Acne and Preventing New Breakouts

It is crucial to manage active acne and prevent new clogged pores, as new breakouts can hinder scar treatment. Ingredients like Salicylic Acid (BHA) are effective for dissolving clogged pores and preventing new acne formation. Consistent use is important.

2. Reducing Skin Oiliness

Controlling excess oil helps prevent future breakouts. Several ingredients can help regulate sebum production:

• Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide): Helps reduce oiliness and strengthens the skin barrier.
• Zinc PCA: Effective in reducing skin oiliness and accelerating wound healing, including acne scars.
• MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane): Can help control oil production from sebaceous glands.
• Licorice Extract: Known for reducing skin inflammation and controlling oiliness.
• L-Carnitine: Helps accelerate skin cell turnover and is effective in reducing facial oil by controlling pore oil production.

Combining several of these ingredients can significantly help reduce oiliness over time.

3. Addressing Deep Acne Scars

For deep acne scars, cosmetics alone may not be sufficient. Methods like micro-dermabrasion, which involves using needles to stimulate collagen production, are often recommended for better results. While undergoing such treatments, using skincare ingredients that stimulate collagen synthesis can support the skin regeneration process. Examples include peptide groups like:

• Pep®-Coll (Palmitoyl tripeptide-5): Designed to stimulate the skin to produce collagen and effectively reduce wrinkles.
• Matrixyl 3000 (Pal-GHK, Pal-GQPR): Helps stimulate collagen synthesis, reduce wrinkles, and improve skin elasticity.
• Copper Peptide (GHK-Cu): Known for solving scar problems, including acne scars, and stimulating skin regeneration.

By combining effective acne control and oil reduction with treatments and ingredients that promote collagen production, it is possible to improve the appearance of deep acne scars.