guidance to glow
Scars
in Los Angeles & Glendale
in Los Angeles Glendale
At Guidance to Glow
Scars can form after acne, injury, or inflammation affects the skin’s healing process, leaving indented, raised, discolored, or uneven areas. We offer customized treatments to improve the appearance of scars, support skin renewal, and create a smoother, more even-looking complexion.
What Causes Oily Skin?
Scars form when damage reaches the deeper layers of the skin, such as after acne, cuts, burns, surgery, injury, or prolonged inflammation. As the area heals, the body produces collagen to repair the damaged tissue. The amount and arrangement of that collagen influence how the scar looks.
When the skin produces too little collagen, it may leave an indented or sunken scar. Producing too much collagen can create a raised scar. Deep acne cysts and nodules are more likely to scar because they cause stronger inflammation beneath the skin. Picking, squeezing, or scratching breakouts can push inflammation deeper and further damage the tissue. Genetics, the depth of the injury, infection, and delayed healing may also affect how noticeably the skin scars
How to Improved or Treated Scars?
Scars cannot always be completely removed, but their appearance can often be improved with the right treatment plan. The best approach depends on whether the scar is indented, raised, discolored, or uneven in texture.
At Guidance to Glow customized facial treatments can help improve acne scarring, discoloration, and uneven texture. Depending on the skin’s condition, treatment may include:
Chemical peels
Microdermabrasion
Hydrofacial treatments
Enzyme exfoliation
Hydrating and skin-renewing facials
Professional home-care recommendations
How can these treatments help ?
Chemical peels: Remove damaged surface skin and encourage fresh, smoother-looking skin to appear.
Microdermabrasion: Gently exfoliates the outer layer to soften mild scars and uneven texture.
Hydrofacial treatments: Deeply cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin to improve overall smoothness and brightness.
Enzyme exfoliation: Breaks down dead skin buildup gently, helping improve rough texture and post-acne discoloration.
Microneedling: Creates controlled micro-injuries that encourage collagen production and help soften indented acne scars.
Professional skincare: Ingredients such as retinoids, vitamin C, exfoliating acids, and sunscreen can support skin renewal and prevent scars and dark marks from becoming more noticeable.
At-Home Oily skincare routine
Step 1. Gentle Face Wash
Step 2. Ultimate Growth Factor
Step 3. Anti-oxidant Serum
Step 4. Retinol Radiance
Step 5. Youthful Complexion Peel 3x a week