What are the causes of acne scars and how to care for them?

Effective care according to the type of acne scars! Selected viewpoints and recommended items to choose from!

From here, we will introduce effective care for three types of acne scars: red acne scars, brown acne scars, and craters. Recommended items are also introduced for each type, so check them out if you are aiming for beautiful skin without acne scars!

How to care for different types of acne scars (1) “For red acne scars, care to reduce inflammation anyway!

For red acne scars, it is a good idea to prioritize reducing inflammation, which is the cause of the redness. For example, skincare items containing dipotassium glycyrrhizate and allantoin, which are recognized by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare as active ingredients with anti-inflammatory effects. If you are looking for a cost-effective product, we also recommend wheatgrass extract and thunbergia extract, which are often found in petit-price cosmetics. In addition, lack of sleep and dietary imbalance can cause a weakened immune system, which can increase or worsen acne, so it is important to be aware of a healthy lifestyle in order to improve the barrier function.

Recommended item for red acne scars ” Curel Deep Moisture Spray

For men who do not have time to take care of their skin, we recommend a spray-type lotion that can be simply sprayed on the skin after cleansing to complete the care. This “Deep Moisture Spray” contains allantoin, which has an anti-inflammatory effect and is perfect for calming redness. It also contains eucalyptus extract, which increases ceramide, which improves the skin’s barrier function. The spray type is easy to use on other parts of the face, and is recommended as a back acne care product. The refreshing feel, speedy penetration, and gentle ingredients make it easy to use even on rough shaving skin, which is why it is favored by many men.

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Recommended item for red acne scars: ” NOV AC Active Washing Foam

The “AC Active Series” is a facial cleanser developed by “Nobu” to treat adult acne. It is characterized by its mild peeling action that removes dead skin cells and sebum that feed acne bacteria, and the active ingredient 2K glycyrrhizic acid suppresses redness and leads to clear skin. Glycolic acid and salicylic acid also take care of over-secreted sebum and other substances, making it a solid acne care product. Let’s aim for clean skin by taking care of both acne and acne scars.

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Recommended item for red acne scars: “Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Calming Sheet Mask

This sheet mask contains “deer ingredients,” a hot topic among Korean cosmetic lovers. Deer ingredients are a soothing blend of mainly Camellia japonica extract, which is known for its ability to easily heal red pimples and acne scars. This item is to be incorporated as a special care once or twice a week, making it ideal for those who feel that their inflammation is not improving with their regular skin care routine alone. The product adheres well to the face line, so men who experience skin problems due to shaving should definitely give it a try.

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How to care for different types of acne scars (2) “For brown acne scars, use whitening care to promote the elimination of melanin.

Brown acne scars, which occur on the same principle as blemishes, are best treated by incorporating whitening care to promote the discharge and inhibit the production of melanin. We recommend skincare products containing ingredients such as vitamin C derivatives, hydroquinone, and tranexamic acid, which are expected to have whitening effects. To further boost metabolism, peeling and scrubbing are also effective options. During the day, be sure to use sunscreen to prevent UV rays and melanin production.

Recommended item for brown acne scars: “Rohto Melano CC Medicated Blotchy Concentrated Serum

Melano CC, a popular petit-price whitening serum, is also suitable as a care product for brown acne scars. It contains active vitamin C and vitamin E derivatives, which directly approach acne scars. In addition, vitamin C is expected to suppress sebum secretion, making it suitable for oily skin that tends to be sticky. Incidentally, the recommended timing for use is after cleansing the face and allowing the toner to penetrate the skin.

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Recommended item for brown acne scars: ” Sunsorit Skin Peel Bar Hydroquinol

Skin Peel Bar” is a facial cleanser with a peeling effect that contains the keratin-care ingredients AHA and BHA. It clearly removes keratin accumulated on the skin, promotes turnover, and encourages the discharge of melanin. It also contains hydroquinone, which reduces pigment cells themselves, making it ideal for treating hyperpigmented acne scars. Since this product can be used not only on the face but also on the entire body, its use on the back and décolleté, where acne scars are likely to cause blemishes, is also recommended.

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Recommended item for brown acne scars: ” TARANSINO Medicated Whitening Clear Lotion EX

This lotion contains tranexamic acid, an active whitening ingredient, and is effective for acne scars on the entire face. Tranexamic acid is a versatile ingredient that has various effects such as whitening, preventing rough skin, and moisturizing. Therefore, it can be used to treat both acne and acne scars. It also contains ingredients that are perfect for anti-aging care, such as Japanese skunk cabbage extract, so it is recommended for men who have multiple problems. The refreshing texture is non-greasy, so it can be used before going to bed or even before going out without any problem.

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