Skin Conditions | Ice Pick Scars

Ice pick scars are a type of acne scar, which are characterised by their “pitted” appearance, which looks like the skin has been punctured. They are most commonly associated with severe types of acne.

What causes Ice Pick scars?

Ice pick scars usually occur as the result of serious or chronic inflammatory acne. Picking or squeezing spots can increase the likelihood of developing ice pick scars.

Where can you get Ice Pick scars?

You can develop ice pick scars anywhere you have had acne. They are most usually found on the face.

Who can get Ice Pick scars?

People who suffer from chronic acne are most susceptible to ice pick scars.

We recommend these treatments for Ice Pick Scars

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Dermatology Consultation

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Acne Scarring

Permanently reduce or remove acne scarring to reveal smooth, healthy skin.

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TCA Cross

TCA Cross is the chemical reconstruction of skin scars (CROSS) using trichloroacetic acid (TCA). It is most often used as an outpatient clinic procedure to treat atrophic acne scars.

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ACP treatment

ACP (Auto Crosslinked Polymer) injections enable a gradual release of highly pure Hyaluronic Acid which provokes a bio-stimulation response. A bio-stimulation response is when the skin is activated to

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Tixel Skin Laser

Tixel Skin Laser is an revolutionary treatment which visibly improves tired, dull, wrinkled , scarred or sagging skin.

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Microneedling

Reduce fine lines and wrinkles, plump facial volume and fade acne scarring.

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Chemical Peel

A chemical peel is a pharmaceutical grade peel that consists of provoking accelerated skin regeneration in a controlled manner through application of chemo-exfoliation agents.