How To Treat Pockmarks

Pockmarks are unsightly, but they are far from uncommon. Many individuals who suffer from excessive or bad acne, chickenpox, or even skin infections can live with pockmarks the rest of their lives. These marks are like scars, but they appear pitted and shallow. They are found on the surface of the skin, but they are not a health concern for anyone. Pockmarks cause no health problems, they are not going to increase an individual's risk of developing health problems, but they do have the power to affect someone's self-confidence. Fortunately, pockmarks are easily treatable in many forms. Here are a few different ways to treat pockmarks.

Dermabrasion Or Microdermabrasion

Dermabrasion or microdermabrasion are both options for individuals looking to get rid of pockmarks. Dermabrasion is a process done without chemicals, but it works very similarly to a chemical peel. This process involves using a brush made of wires to remove layers of skin where there are pockmarks. The brush rotates to help remove layers of skin to make the marks appear flatter. This kind of treatment is performed by a medical professional who will use a local or a general anesthetic. The choice depends on the size of the area where the pockmarks are located. The skin is left looking more even.

Microdermabrasion is similar, but it’s done with abrasive ingredients rather than a wire brush. These ingredients are put on the skin and scrubbed off with a gentle brush. The skin layers are also removed to make the skin look more even and less marked.

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