Poly-L-lactic acid. You’ll likely need treatments every month for three months to see desired results. After that, you may need occasional touch-ups, but this filler is considered semi-permanent. A study by S. Manjula Jegasothy, MD, et al published in The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology showed that after 2 and 8 weeks of treatment a nano hyaluronic acid formula significantly improved skin firmness, elasticity, hydration, and reduced wrinkles [5]. Collagen or Peptides Soft-tissue fillers are a common treatment specifically for rolling atrophic acne scars. They are used to level or raise the indented scars to match the normal layer of skin. Fillers are injected under the scar and provide almost immediate results. Over time, the soft tissue fillers improve skin volume and decrease scarring appearance. 3. Skin needling

Skin needling or microneedling therapy is a method that punctures the skin to regenerate a healthier layer. The microneedling procedure involves rolling a group of needles over your skin in various directions. These needles create hundreds of punctures on your skin and cause new collagen to form. Kravvas G, et al. (2017). A systematic review of treatments for acne scarring. Part 1: Non-energy-based techniques. Laser treatments and chemical facial peels can both be used in conjunction with dermal fillers to maximise the improvement to your scarring. Conti V, et al. (2020). Effectiveness and tolerability of a patch containing onion extract and allantoin for cesarean section scars. The healing time can vary based on several factors. For fresh scars, a person may notice results in a few weeks. Older scars may take longer to heal.Wrinkle filler also includes anti-inflammatory agents which can decrease redness and swelling, and antioxidants which eliminate harmful free radicals. This results in lower levels of oxidative stress, repairing damage and helping to decrease signs of age. Allicin is a compound that contains sulfur and originates from garlic. It has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties and has been used by many cultures to heal wounds and scarring.

Some people may experience itchiness and skin dryness. This may be due to using too much of the gel. Studies show that allantoin works as an anti-inflammatory for chronic wounds. This is due to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and keratolytic properties. It also helps build new skin cells as well as soothing itching and burning sensations. AllicinRead the filler ingredients and don’t have it injected if you know you have an allergy to any of the filler’s components (e.g., collagen). Fillers can be used on areas of the face including the cheeks, nose, lips, and chin, and around the mouth. While dermal fillers can’t completely eradicate your scars, they can dramatically improve the appearance, so they become virtually unnoticeable. These fillers can improve the contour of the skin and reduce the depressions in the skin caused by acne scars. Unlike Bellafill, these fillers are considered temporary and will need to be injected every few months. Poly-L-lactic acid Mild side effects are temporary and will typically resolve themselves within a few days. These effects include:

Kravvas G, Al-Niaimi F. A systematic review of treatments for acne scarring. Part 1: Non-energy-based techniques. Scars Burn Heal. 2017 Mar 30;3:2059513117695312. doi:10.1177/2059513117695312Abdel Hay R, Shalaby K, Zaher H, et al. Interventions for acne scars. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2016;4(4):CD011946. Published 2016 Apr 3. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD011946.pub2 Inappropriate filler placement: The filler may be injected too close to the surface, causing a bluish discoloration While there are many types and brands of dermal fillers being used to treat acne scars, it is important to know that only one brand is FDA-approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe acne scars. American Academy of Dermatology. (2017). An investigation into multifaceted mechanisms of action of allantoin in wound healing.