Have you been struggling with acne and the resulting scarring that it causes?  Well we understand your dilemma.  When trying to treat acne scarring it is important to understand which type of scarring you are trying to treat when selecting a product.  There are two types of acne scarring.  Acne scars are either pitted or pigmented, which means they are either dark colored or they are like dips into the skin.   Most people in a cycle with acne will struggle with simultaneous scarring and new blemishes.  If you fall into this category it is important for you to obtain a product that will treat the acne as well the scarring.

Pitted Acne Scar Treatment

Pitted acne scars are almost impossible to erase completely because the skin has been permanently damaged.   The actual pits or holes in the skin become difficult to treat because you cannot refill the holes with a cream.  It is recommended to go and see a dermatologist for the best treatment plan for pitted acne scars.  A dermatologist can conduct a chemical peel or series of peels to help minimize the depth of the scars.  As well the dermatologist may be able to inject collagen into the pits to help plump them up.  These treatments cannot be completed at home by you, a dermatologist is required.

Pigmented Acne Scar Treatment

Pigmented acne scars are much easier to treat at home and with a cream however it can be difficult to understand which products to select when there are so many on the market.  When trying to determine what products are great it can really help to look at some customer reviews.  Customer reviews quite often can tell us which products are effective based on trial and error.  There are many different sites where you can purchase acne scar creams that have reviews by customers which can assist you in your decision.  Below is a list of products that have been reviewed at different sites such as amazon.com and acne.com:

• Joesoef Glycolic Face Cream – this acne scar cream has been rated with a score of five out of five in effectiveness.  The product contains both anti-acne and anti-aging properties and as well it helps rejuvenate skin that is scarred from acne.  It has exfoliation capacity by sloughing off dead skin cells and it promotes the growth of new skin cells and collagen.  It moisturizes and plumps the skin providing a significantly softer surface.  A lot of people with acne have sensitive skin and it is noted that this product doesn’t irritate sensitive skin at all.
• Elicina – this acne scar cream also received a five out of five for effectiveness.  It is organic, hypoallergenic, and natural and it has anti-aging and acne minimizing properties.  It not only treats acne scars it also can heal wrinkles, acne, rosacea, burn scars, age spots and even stretch marks.  It has been noted for its ability to treat and prevent keloid scarring which are those scars that result in lumping or bumps above the skin surface.  It is used for any age and skin type.
• Mother of Pearl Anti Scar Cream – this product has received a four out of five for its effectiveness.  It contains mother of pearl powder which produces its effectiveness and it has the capacity to lighten scars and fade dark marks on the skin.  Because it can lighten so well it minimizes scars by reducing their appearance.  It can also be used as a spot treatment to lighten specific areas of the skin or it can be used all over the skin to lighten it in general.
• Ambi Even and Clear, Fade Cream & Mark Minimizer – this product received a four and a half out of five for its effectiveness.  It is specifically designed to treat those dark marks that are left over from acne.  It will fade the skin marks without negatively affecting your basic skin color.  It is ideal for people with sensitive skin.

Hopefully this will aid you in your decision for which products to select when trying to treat your acne scars.  Certainly it will give you a list of possible choices from which to select and research.