Can I receive acne scar treatment even if my skin is sensitive?
My skin shows immediate signs of irritation, so I keep putting off treating my acne scars. It's fine on days when I'm feeling good, but on days when I haven't slept well or my skin is dry, even the cosmetics I usually use feel a bit stinging, and there are times when my skin turns red after washing it.
The scar itself is old and I really want to improve it, but my biggest worry is that getting harsh treatment might make my skin even more sensitive.
When consulting for acne scar treatment, do you check things like skin thickness or sensitivity before proceeding? Rather than receiving an unconditionally strong treatment, I would like to start with a level my skin can handle and adjust the subsequent sessions after observing the response.
It’s okay if the effects appear a little slowly, haha. In fact, I think it would be difficult to get treatments consistently if my skin stayed red or uncomfortable.
I am wondering if I need to allow a little longer for recovery after acne scar treatment for sensitive skin like mine. Even though others say it takes about two days, I want to know if it could take me nearly a week and how much individual variation there is.
Also, would it be better to reduce the use of my usual functional cosmetics or exfoliating products for a while before and after the procedure? I have a habit of applying more and more products whenever my skin gets worse, but I feel like I should actually cut back on that behavior haha.
Is there anyone among those who have received acne scar treatment who originally had sensitive skin that tended to turn red easily?
I'm curious how you adjusted the intensity during the first few sessions, and if you felt your skin adapting over time. Please also let me know if describing your usual skin reactions in detail during the consultation was helpful. I want to find a method that I can continue using for a long time without any issues.