June 2021 in “Dermatologic surgery” Researchers suggest using a standard question and 5-point scale to measure patient satisfaction with acne scar treatments.
7 citations,
November 2013 in “Pediatrics in Review” Acne is a chronic skin condition not caused by poor hygiene or diet, and it requires long-term treatment and patient education.
1 citations,
December 2023 in “Life” PRP helps skin heal, possibly through special cells called telocytes.
1 citations,
January 2010 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that effective acne treatment requires a personalized combination of therapies and long-term commitment, with retinoids being important for maintenance.
16 citations,
September 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma therapy helps improve atrophic acne scars.
Plasma gel and PRP treatments improve skin and hair with minimal side effects.
Using microneedling with PRP improves skin and hair conditions more than microneedling alone.
113 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma may help with hair growth and skin quality but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
19 citations,
October 2020 in “Biomedical Microdevices” Derma rollers show promise for skin improvement and drug delivery, but more research is needed on their safety and effectiveness.
42 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Microneedle arrays with nanotechnology show promise for painless drug delivery through the skin but need more research on safety and effectiveness.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Both laser treatments improved acne scars similarly, but the Nd:YAG laser was safer and less painful, while the Er:YAG laser left patients slightly more satisfied.
42 citations,
December 2014 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Nonablative radiofrequency treatments, especially microneedle and fractional types, can improve acne scars by 25%–75% after 3-4 sessions, with full results in 3 months and some side effects.
February 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” The combined treatments were highly effective for improving atrophic acne scars.
81 citations,
January 2003 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” New techniques have improved acne scar treatment, but multiple tailored sessions are often needed.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “PubMed” Autologous serum, a substance from a patient's own blood, is effective in skin treatments for wound healing, skin rejuvenation, acne scars, and hair loss, with low risk of allergies or disease transmission.
48 citations,
May 2012 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Fractional bipolar RF energy safely and effectively treats acne scars.
September 2023 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” PRP shows promise for skin and hair treatments but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness.
18 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Lasers, microneedling, and PRP improve skin rejuvenation and repair, with PRP enhancing the effects when combined with other treatments.
41 citations,
December 2016 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hormone therapy and surgeries for transgender individuals affect their skin and hair, requiring specific dermatologic treatments and respectful care.
April 2024 in “Cosmetics” Microneedling improves skin and hair conditions by enhancing treatment absorption and stimulating growth factors.
September 2023 in “International journal of biomedicine” Minoxidil might help treat acne scars by reducing collagen buildup.
8 citations,
December 2015 in “Daehan han'yi hag'hoeji/Journal of Korean medicine” Transtherapy significantly improved moderate to severe acne scars without side effects.
10 citations,
May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
October 2021 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” Combination therapies work better than single treatments for atrophic acne scars.
January 2019 in “ARC journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.
178 citations,
August 2016 in “Advances in wound care” New effective scar treatments are urgently needed due to the current options' limited success.
49 citations,
August 2007 in “Dermatologic surgery” New treatments for acne scars are safer and more effective because we understand the causes better.
18 citations,
June 2019 in “Clinical research in dermatology” Acne can't be cured but can be managed with treatments like benzoyl peroxide and diet changes; it's costly and can lead to scarring and mental health issues.
4 citations,
September 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma combined with other treatments improves acne scars better than those treatments alone.
32 citations,
November 2018 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In Brazil in 2018, the most common skin issues were acne, photoaging, and nonmelanoma skin cancer, with treatments often including topical medications and sunscreen.