There are mainly two kinds of acne scars: pitted or depressed and pigmented.

Pitted acne scarring is caused by a loss of tissue derived from harm to underlying dermal tissue. Depressed scars have an "ice-pick" look, with sharp jiggered edges, or can be softer scars, looking much like scars left over from chicken-pox.

Pigmented scars are reddish or brown marks left behind after an acne lesion has cured. Pigmented scarring is the most usual and while it is not forever, it can take weeks or months for it to disappear if left on its own. Often, the scar has not faded away before a new set of blemishes appear - causing a perpetual cycle of flawed skin that can leave many victims of acne depressed about the look of their skin. Some people may have found a treatment that maintains their blemishes under control - only to find that the red or brown marks remain - impeding their skin from looking completely clear and acne-free.

Both pitted acne scars and pigmented acne scars can be alleviated with natural solutions if used with discipline twice a day every day for a period of time, which can be approximately 8 to 12 weeks depending on how deep and old are the acne scars.

Results for loss of tissue may take longer if harm to tissues is too deep or has been happening for too long. In this case other solutions may be needed and options are: microdermabrasion, cosmetic fillers, deep chemical peelings, fat injections or laser surgery.

Some natural solutions work due to the action of a unique component in them. The only fluid created by a living creature to repair skin when damaged and to fight microbes, in situations much like those dreaded by acne patients. It is a mucin secreted by the humble land snail for many biological functions. Among them to fight bacteria, protect the skin from ultraviolet rays and oxidation by free radicals. And, what is of far most importance for acne patients, to dissolve damaged skin cells and replace them with new healthy collagen, elastin and all the structural elements of normal skin, including the water holding molecules. This will help plump the underlying layers of the skin - further minimizing the depth and look of the scars.

There are no side effects with these solutions, whatsoever. Within a month of using natural solutions twice a day ever day, you will see a significant change in the softness and color of your skin. Pigmented acne scarring will be highly improved and the general texture of your skin will be softer and smoother. Within 4 weeks of use, you will also see a significant decrease in acne breakouts. If you are still breaking out, you will find that the scars will be greatly reduced in size - and the marks they leave behind will disappear very quickly.