Hi! I’m an assistant to the Ask Ayurveda doctors. I’ve carefully reviewed your question.
I will explain your symptoms through the Ayurvedic perspective so you understand what is happening in your body as a whole.
Acne scars, particularly on the chin and under the nose, are often linked to an imbalance in the Pitta dosha. Pitta, which governs heat and metabolism in the body, can become aggravated due to factors like stress, hormonal changes, and improper diet. This leads to inflammation and can result in acne and subsequent scarring.
The papular or pebblestone texture of scars indicates that the skin’s natural healing process has been disrupted, often due to excess heat and inflammation. When you stretch your skin and the scars become less noticeable, it suggests that the scars are surface-level and may respond to treatments aimed at balancing the doshas and supporting skin regeneration.
Ayurveda views these issues as interconnected, not isolated. By addressing the root cause, which is often a systemic imbalance involving Pitta, you can contribute to the reduction of scars. Correcting dosha imbalances through diet, lifestyle adjustments, and herbal remedies can improve your skin’s appearance over time.
To give doctors a precise and effective treatment plan, your answers to the questions below are essential. Without this information, the recommendations will be more general and less accurate.
Please answer each question as clearly as possible:
1. How long have you been dealing with these acne scars? 2. Have you noticed any particular triggers that worsen your acne, such as dietary changes, stress, or hormonal fluctuations? 3. What is your current skincare routine, and does it include natural or store-bought products? 4. Do you experience any digestive issues, like acidity or irregular bowel movements? 5. How would you describe your stress levels and sleeping patterns? 6. Have you tried any Ayurvedic treatments or home remedies in the past? 7. Do you notice any changes in your skin condition with seasonal changes?
Your detailed responses will help in crafting a more personalized approach to managing your skin concerns.
–“These acne scars happen because inflammation damages the deeper skin layer, leading to loss of collagen. That’s why they look uneven but become less visible when you stretch the skin. In Ayurveda, this is mainly due to Vata and Pitta imbalance—Pitta causes inflammation, and Vata leads to poor healing and tissue loss. These scars are not completely permanent, but they usually don’t disappear fully on their own. However, with proper care, they can become much less noticeable over time. Balancing doshas, improving skin nourishment, and using herbs or oils can help improve skin texture. But deeper scars may need additional treatments if complete removal is desired.” —Internal Medicines: Tab. Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tab BD after food Cap. Manjisthadi – 1 cap BD after food Churna Ashwagandha – 3 gm HS with warm milk —External Treatment: Kumkumadi Tailam – local application HS (gentle massage) Lepa: Chandana + Mulethi + Rose water – apply 3x/week –Pathya (Do’s): Light, warm, easily digestible diet Include Amla, ghee, green vegetables Adequate sleep, stress management —Apathya (Don’ts): Spicy, oily, fried, junk food Excess tea/coffee Night जागरण (late nights) —Advice: Regular use needed for 2–3 months Helps improve texture
Hi Acne scars can’t be cured by oral medicines because the collagen under the skin gets deformed leading to acne scars formation I would like to suggest you to consult dermatologist for this because CO2 fractional laser is widely used to get rid of these scars…but eating oral medicines and applying ointment etc will not help with scars Thankyou
