ACNE SCARRING and it's effects on your self-esteem

Inflammatory acne is very damaging to your skin.  Your body’s natural defense against injury is to scar your skin.  (It’s the same reason why you get a blister on your foot when you wear shoes that are too tight or callouses on your heels – it happens to protect you.)  You may have shallow marks or deep pits.  When your skin responds to acne, it can make extra collagen to repair the skin and keep it from getting hurt again.  But, it’s these scars that hurt your self-esteem and make you hide your face.  So, take care of your skin – don’t pick, watch what you put to your skin (i.e. phone receivers) and drink plenty of water.  While many things can adversely affect your skin and it can be hard to pinpoint – especially if you’ve been dealing with acne issues for a long time, it’s best to take care of it to keep it as healthy looking as possible.  Not everyone can have perfect skin – in fact, most people don’t.  But, do what is in your control and you’ll feel much happier about your skin and your self-esteem will show improvement as well!