Acne Scar Help!

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Alanna A.

Jul 14, 2014

Alanna A.

A week ago I had a large swollen under the skin pimple (sorry I know it sounds gross) After using benzoyl peroxide gel and holding a warm towel on it a few times a day it had gone down and I was able to see the head so I attempted to pop it, nothing came out but the head was still there. I tried again and still nothing, I decided to try for the third time and I pushed a little harder and it had come out. The problem is that when I pushed a little harder it tore the skin around it, like a perfect circle. It formed a thin scab and while washing my face one evening it peeled off. I'm now left with this red circular weird texture of skin. It gets dry sometimes and looks like it's going to peel but it also looks like a scar. I need help knowing if this is a scar and if I should be applying mederma onto it or if it's still a wound and I should be applying polysporin. I really appreciate your help!

Emily B.

Jul 14, 2014

Emily B.

Hmm I'm not really sure but definitely try to keep it moisturized and see what happens. I wouldn't apply mederma yet I'd try to keep it clean and moisturized for now.

Alexia C.

Jul 15, 2014

Alexia C.

I'd try to keep the area moisturized and polysporin can help you do that, for me, it also reduces redness so it might do that for you too. Also try to have a basic skincare routine, which means no harsh products in the meantime! Good luck hun!

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