Scars on the back due to cystic acne. Will Kjoic help?
Patient: hi i am to get married in about a month s time. i ve these scars on my back caused due to cystic acne . i was on tretnoin 20 for 20days which has helped combat the recurrence of the acne but the scars have remained. they faded a little by using cligel & retino-A 0.025%. however, i haven t much time for the prescribed 10sittings of chemical peel . i ve thought of using Kojic (curatio). need a second opinion. also need some supplements for healthy hair & skin before the wedding. please help? Doctor: hello and welcome to hcm forum, i would like to inform you that kojic is a whitening agent , you can use it to lighten up the scars, also add oral antioxidants(once daily) for 4 weeks to your diet. apply kojic twice daily, use a gel based sunscreen (2-3 times/day). for enhanced results you can take 2 sittings of chemical peels within a months time. i wish you good health. take care.