Brilio.net - Pockmarks on the face are often a problem for some people, because they interfere with their appearance and self-confidence. Many people wonder whether skincare can be a solution to get rid of pockmarks on the face?
Pockmarks on the face in medical terms are called atrophic acne scars, which are scars that form due to damage to skin tissue. Briliobeauty, citing the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), states that pockmarks occur when acne inflammation damages collagen in the skin, causing depressions or holes on the surface of the skin.
The effectiveness of skincare in treating pockmarks on the face really depends on the depth and type of pockmarks, as well as the type of treatment used. Dr. Emmy Graber, President of The Dermatology Institute of Boston, explains that skincare helps improve the appearance of skin with mild pockmarks. But deep pockmarks require more intensive treatment.
So what ingredients do you need to treat pockmarks? Briliobeauty provides a review for you collected from various sources, Saturday (3/8).
Ingredients in skincare to treat pockmarks.
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Skincare products are claimed to be able to improve the appearance of pockmarks on the face. This is thanks to the active ingredients in skincare. So, here are a number of active skincare ingredients, as summarized by briliobeauty.net from various sources, Saturday (3/8).
1. Retinoids.
Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives that help stimulate collagen production and speed up skin cell turnover. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, consistent use of retinoids helps improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of mild pockmarks.
Meanwhile, the recommendation for skincare containing retinoid is ElshSkin Radiant Skin Serum. Apart from retinoids, there are other ingredients, namely niacinamide and hyaluronic acid.
This combination of ingredients is thought to improve skin texture, reduce signs of aging and brighten it. The price of ElshSkin Radiant Skin Serum is IDR 170 thousand.
2. Vitamin C
As a powerful antioxidant, vitamin C helps protect skin from free radical damage and stimulates collagen production. The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology reports that vitamin C helps improve skin texture and reduce the hyperpigmentation that often accompanies pockmarks.
Meanwhile, you can use skincare containing vitamin C such as Avoskin Miraculous Refining Serum. This serum is formulated with vitamin C, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and retinoid.
All of these ingredients are able to soften pockmarks, brighten the skin, and improve skin texture. For only IDR 179 thousand you can get Avoskin Miraculous Refining Serum.
3. Hyaluronic acid.
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Hyaluronic acid helps hydrate the skin and can provide a temporary plumping effect, which can help reduce the appearance of superficial pockmarks. Meanwhile, the recommendation for skincare containing hyaluronic acid is Somethinc Level 1% Retinol Serum.
Skincare from this local brand contains vitamin C and niacinamide. Formulated to increase collagen production, reduce pockmarks and black spots, and improve skin texture. You can get the price of Somethinc Level 1% Retinol Serum starting from IDR 155 thousand.
4. Niacinamide.
Niacinamide (vitamin B3) can repair the skin barrier and reduce inflammation. A study published in Dermatologic Surgery shows that niacinamide helps improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of pockmarks.
Meanwhile, the recommended product that you can use that contains niacinamide is Bentonite Facial Serum by Bhumi. This product is claimed to be able to brighten the skin, hydrate it, improve skin texture and reduce signs of aging. With this product, your skin will become brighter by spending IDR 249 thousand.
The next recommendation is a product from Dear Me Beauty 1% Bakuchiol + Vitamin C Serum. Apart from containing niacinamide, this serum also contains vitamin C and hyaluronic acid.
There is even bakuchiol which can treat pockmarks, brighten the skin, increase elasticity, and reduce signs of aging. The price of Me Beauty 1% Bakuchiol + Vitamin C Serum is IDR 179 thousand.
Types of beauty treatments to remove pockmarks
Not only skincare can treat pockmarks. There are several cosmetic procedures to treat pockmarks.
The following are recommendations for types of beauty treatments to treat pockmarks:
1. Microneedling.
This technique uses tiny needles to create micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production.
2. Chemical peels.
Chemical peels help exfoliate dead skin and stimulate new skin regeneration.
Laser Therapy
3 Laser treatment
Laser treatments such as fractionated CO2 laser can stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture.
3. Dermal fillers.
Dermal fillers are used to treat very deep pockmarks. Meanwhile, dermal filler can be used to fill sunken areas.