How To Treat Pockmarks

Microneedling

Microneedling involves using a set of small needles meant to break the skin in the pockmarks. The purpose is to create skin that looks more even because it produces more collagen. The puncture marks from the needles need time to heal, but each one allows the skin to produce more collagen as it heals. This is a helpful tool when individuals are looking to make their skin more even, but it doesn’t work as quickly as other options. This technique might require more than one appointment. It may also require spending weeks getting needling done to finally make any difference. Most patients don’t see very significant results from this technique for approximately one year. This is a problem for anyone looking for instant results. The overall change to an individual's skin takes a long time since collagen doesn’t simply fix the pockmarks right away. It takes patience, but the results are generally worthwhile.

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Chemical Peel

A chemical peel is one of the easiest and most popular ways to treat pockmarks. This method requires patients spending time with some acid on their face, which sounds more intimidating than it is. The doctor will apply a layer of acid to the patient's skin, and then they will leave it there. The chemicals used in this treatment essentially cause the skin on the top layers of the face to dissolve and die, and then skin appears more even and smoother. Since pockmarks are deeper, the goal is to remove the skin that makes them appear so deep. It’s going to be red, irritated, and it’s going to take time to shed. The results are staggering, but individuals must be willing to spend time getting this done regularly to ensure skin stays this way. It’s not a long-lasting fix, but it is one that works well if patients are willing to go through with the regular maintenance needed.

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