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How to remove red pigmented acne scars?
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Laser: Red scars are usually very vascular, meaning new blood vessels have proliferated in the scar causing the redness. Treating them with a pulsed dye laser to reduce it he blood vessels can help decrease the redness of the scars.
Answered 9/22/2016
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Have you considered: Ipl to reduce the red component? See a dermatologist or plastic surgeon to discuss further.
Answered 9/15/2013
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