“Can vaseline remove acne scars?”
I am a 27 year old female. I want to know if vaseline can remove acne scars?
5 Answers
No
No. It is helpful on fresh wounds but nothing older scars.
No. We do have ways of treating them. If a scar is deep, then it can be injected with a filler such as Juvederm or Restylane. If it is elevated, then cortisone injections can help. Go to your dermatologist for help.
Joyce Davis, MD
Joyce Davis, MD
Hi,
Vaseline is intended to serve as an emollient for dry skin. It is not indicated to treat acne scars. Retinol creams, silicone-based scar creams, and procedures such as microneedling/laser may help.
Regards,
Dr. Vaidya
Vaseline is intended to serve as an emollient for dry skin. It is not indicated to treat acne scars. Retinol creams, silicone-based scar creams, and procedures such as microneedling/laser may help.
Regards,
Dr. Vaidya
Short answer: Absolutely not. Currently, professional in-office treatments are the most consistent and safest way to treat acne scars.
