Atrophic acne scars are difficult to treat, but a new study found that combination therapy with microneedling and 60% phenol and 0.2% croton oil was an effective and safe treatment option.
“Microneedling has become more popular recently compared to 15 years ago,” Quita Lopez, MD, a cosmetic surgeon at Aesthetic Laser Center, wrote. “Studies in the literature show that combination therapies are the most effective for treating acne scars.”
One such treatment that could be combined with microneedling is chemical reconstruction of scarred skin (CROSS) therapy using a 60%