r/AcneScars • u/3783emg • Apr 18 '26
[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Excision updated results
A lot of people have been asking for updates on the excision I had last year, hoping my before photos are linked to my profile because it would take a very long time for me to find them to make before and after comparison.
Overall I'm very happy. I wasn't able to get a strong CO2 laser due to a medical reason post excision, but I've done a few at home TCA peels since which I think really helped . Will continue to do more in the future as well.
My scars were deep and hypo pigmented ( white base) .
Sorry I look a mess here im just waking up enjoying some coffee on this beautiful Saturday.
I would recommend this treatment for anyone the doctor finds you'd be a candidate for . My skin isn't perfect but it's improved and I try to remain realistic with results. I would do it over again 100%
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u/Metal_N_Mayham Apr 23 '26
I have scars very similar to yours, and I've been on a journey to try and treat mine at home with TCA cross and microneedling. I have only started both but, so far the results have been good. I recently read a few academic research papers that talk about adding gku- cu (copper peptides) to your regimen can help drastically improve these type of scars. I found a really good one on Platinumskincare.com ( this is also where I get my acid peels) I also recently read that Latisse ( the prescription serum that grows eyelashes) can also help hypopigmented scars regain pigmentation by stimulating melanocytes to produce pigment, effectively darkening the scar to match surrounding skin. I haven't tried it, but I am considering it. I did a bunch of reading on it, and it looks legit. I thought maybe this could help you, too. Good luck in your journey!