The different types of acne scars have been identified and named, so it's easy to identify which types you are afflicted with. One very common scar type is called the Icepick scar, and the name is very descriptive. They resemble tiny punctures with an icepick. Unfortunately, icepick scars are deep and not that easy to treat.
A scar type that is more shallow than the Icepick scar is called the Boxcar scar. It is round or oval with sharper edges. Another type of scar are rolling scars, that have a wavelike or rolling appearance on the skin. There are other acne scar patterns also, but these are the most common. Each one responds best to a specific type of treatment. There is disagreement between some medical experts and natural/health food practitioners and nutritionists as to whether a natural, healthy diet can have a beneficial effect upon acne. The premise is that acne can be prevented - and existing acne outbreaks improved - by eating a diet high in antioxidants. In other words, a natural, healthy diet. If you want to try this method, you need to take a detoxification approach to your diet. You would be eating healthy foods - such as fresh vegetables and fruit - and stay away from foods high in fat, salt, and sugar. The upside of this approach is that it's better for you in general, whether it helps your acne or not. If you already have severe scarring, you probably won't be able to remove it by any kind of diet. It may, however, help you clear up active acne and prevent future scarring.
If you have acne, you've probably heard by now that picking at scabs is not a good idea. Even though they've been warned, many people still pick at their pimples, which can cause more scars. In order for a sore to heal, it must scab over first. If you remove the scab, you set the healing process back and it must start over again. The healing of your pimples will take longer due to the inflammation that can occur when you pick at your scabs. The formation of scars will also increase when you do this. A lot of the time, this is an activity that people do without even realizing it. Do everything in your power to stop this habit if you are guilty of doing this. Surely you don't want more scars, or for the scars you have to become inflamed and infected! Each person's method for dealing with their acne scars will be unique to that person. Not everyone will benefit from the same treatment. It's possible to successfully remove slight acne scarring with non-surgical methods, if your scarring is superficial. Don't hesitate to talk to your dermatologist, however, if you would like to explore any of the surgical options that are available for more serious acne scars.
References:
http://acneassassins.com/minocin-acne-treatment
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Awof7dfN6KQ
