It can take years to get rid of acne, but many people find that they are stuck with acne scars as reminders of their not so clear skin days. Fortunately, with modern technology and such, it is a lot easier to clear acne scars. There are various creams, lasers and other procedures on the market designed to help improve facial scars. Currently the Fraxel laser has become a quite popular treatment method. It works to clear acne scars by creating microscopic holes in the skin, removing damaged skin and stimulating collagen production in the process, which over time leads to an improved and smoother appearance. Did you know that you can also use soy to treat acne scars? Read 6 Ways To Brighten Your Skin for a list of skin brightening solutions.

Some people suffer from indented acne scars, and there are numerous fillers available with can be injected directly to the scarred area, bringing the indented areas to the same level as the rest of the skin. Other methods to clear acne scars include chemical peels or microdermabrasion, which diminish acne scars by removing the top layer of skin. You can also opt for topical retinoids such as RetinA and Tretinoin, which work more slowly than a laser treatment or chemical peel but still produce dramatic results over time. For more on at home peels, check out 10 Best At Home Peels for more on do it yourself facial peels.