ACNE・ACNE SCAR

Acne is caused by skin pores blocked with excess oil, dead skin cells, bacteria, and dirt. It is the most common skin condition.

When acne occurs, it can cause discomfort or pain, especially when it is severe. It can also cause emotional distress and affect self-esteem. The inflammation causes a break in the follicle wall, resulting in a shallow or deeper lesion. The skin attempts to repair the lesion by forming new collagen fibers. The newly repaired skin usually is not as smooth as the original skin.

There are two kinds of acne scars:

Keloid scarring: The skin produces too much collagen to heal the acne wound, causing a mass of raised tissue of the skin surface.
Depressed scarring: Depressed scarring is caused by the loss of tissue. It forms either small yet visible holes or larger in round or oval shape dents on the skin surface.