Acne is a skin condition that is not age specific. According to Verywell Health*, 9% of the world’s population has acne. It can affect people from all ethnicities, making it one of the top 10 most common skin conditions, with 85% of the adolescent population experiencing acne. Acne scars can disfigure, render the complexion dull and be just as devastating as having acne itself.

There are many degrees of acne. However, the chances of scarring from grade II acne can be minimized by not squeezing the pustules and papules, which, when performed incorrectly, can cause irreversible damage to the deeper tissues. Severe grade II acne has a high risk of scarring, as it develops in the deeper tissue.

The development of the cutibacterium acne

When follicles become blocked from an abundance of keratinized skin cells or oxidized sebum, the oxygen depletion that ensues creates the perfect breeding ground for anaerobic bacteria (c. acne). The growth of the infection exerts pressure on the cell wall, causing destruction of the pore wall and the development of a cyst.

Acne scars can be extensive and equally devastating. However, there are products and treatments available that will minimize the depth and appearance of scars and complete the healing process.

Chemical Peels

Glycolic, mandelic and salicylic acids are all effective in both targeting acne and minimizing acne scars. Chemical peels deliver a deeper exfoliation, eliminating skin cells from the upper layers, a top-down method to “level” the skin. Depending on the depth of the scars, a treatment series may be customized to suit the requirements needed to help treat scarring.

Your alternative home care solutions to chemical peels:

• Poly-Acid Peel Serum: Formulated with a potent synergy of AHA and BHA, combined with other effective ingredients, this advanced retexturizing serum deeply exfoliates while visibly reducing the signs of aging. Shop
• Derm Renewal Booster: Formulated for dull complexions and tired-looking skin, this powerful serum with 10% AHAs helps to reveal a new layer of skin for the most radiant, flawless-looking complexion. Shop

Retinol

As acne scarring occurs in the deeper tissues, it is imperative to rebuild the skin from within. Retinol slough off dead skin cells and accelerates the skin's natural exfoliation process to reduce the appearance of scars. We offer three retinol formulations with different concentrations of retinol to provide the optimum results for acne scarring.

Collagen 90+

This regenerating treatment could be complemented with a chemical peel to truly revitalize the skin. It deeply hydrates and soothes the skin to minimize scarring.

Your additional home care solutions to Collagen 90+:

• Collagen Supreme Serum: This revolutionary serum consolidates collagen’s life cycle to deliver intense hydration and visibly reduce wrinkles, restoring skin’s suppleness, elasticity and resilience. Shop
• Marine Collagen Revitalizing Cream: Especially created to challenge the first visible signs of aging and moisturize the skin, this silky-textured cream is composed of a synergy of 99% pure marine collagen, marine algae and trace elements. Shop
• Native Collagen Gel: Developed with a complex that strengthens and soothes the skin, combined with biotechnological ingredients, this regenerating gel promotes prolonged hydration. Shop
• Vital C15 Serum: Formulated with a new generation 15% complex. This powerful synergy of ingredients such as vitamin C, ferulic acid, camu camu extract and MATRIXYL® 3000 improves skin vitality and evenness. Shop

G.M. COLLIN and GMC MEDICAL have a variety of products to treat acne and minimize scarring to take you on your journey to healthy skin.

Source: Very Well Health website, accessed June 13, 2024, <https://www.verywellhealth.com/acne-facts-and-statistics-5443088>