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2. Acne - Wikipedia

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   Ice-pick scars are narrow (less than 2 mm across), deep scars that extend into the dermis. [33] Rolling scars are broader than ice-pick and boxcar scars (4–5 mm across) and have a wave-like pattern of depth in the skin. [33] Hypertrophic scars are uncommon and are characterized by increased collagen content after the abnormal healing response ...

3. How to reduce the appearance of scars, according to experts - AOL

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   Icepick scars are narrow, deep scars in the skin that form a hole or V-shape. Boxcar scars are square-shaped depressions with sharply defined edges. Rolling scars have sloping edges. “They are ...

4. Stretch marks - Wikipedia

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   These skin marks are symptoms of pregnancy caused by the tearing of the dermis, resulting in atrophy and loss of rete ridges. [15] These scars often appear as reddish or bluish streaks on the abdomen, and can also appear on the breasts and thighs. Some of these striae disappear with time, while others remain as permanent discolorations of the body.

5. Scarification - Wikipedia

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   For the Nuba tribe of Sudan, scars can serve a medicinal purpose; scars above the eyes are believed to improve eyesight, and scars on the temples are believed to help relieve headaches. [14] In some cultures, scarification is used in traditional medicine to treat some illness by inserting medicine (usually herbs or powdered root) under the skin ...

6. 14 Light Therapy Devices That Get Rid of Stubborn Acne, Fast

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   Using the best acne light therapy devices in tandem with your skin routine helps treat breakouts. Read on for the top LED pimple lights experts recommend. 14 Light Therapy Devices That Get Rid of ...

7. Z-plasty - Wikipedia

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   Diagram of a Z-plasty procedure. Z-plasty is a versatile plastic surgery technique that is used to improve the functional and cosmetic appearance of scars.It can elongate a contracted scar or rotate the scar tension line.