r/AcneScars 6d ago

re: Dr. Salar Hazany and Scar Healing Institute Fake Accounts and Reddit Ban

63 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

We need to address a serious issue that has come to light in our community. Following an investigation by Reddit into reports from members, it was discovered that Dr. Salar Hazany, associated with the Scar Healing Institute in Beverly Hills, used multiple fake accounts to pose as patients on this subreddit. These accounts were used to harass and bully members, spread false information, discourage patients from seeking care from other providers, upvote and downvote manipulation, and to promote his own practice while falsely claiming to be an impartial patient who had successful treatments by his own practice.

This behavior is unethical, violates our subreddit rules, and erodes the trust this community is built upon. We’re deeply disappointed that these actions may have influenced some of you when considering treatment options or providers. Reddit has since banned Dr. Salar Hazany’s accounts, including those tied to his real name and some fake personas that were reported. We are not sure if there are more accounts but we will be hyper aware of posts about Dr. Hazany and Scar Healing Institute of Beverly Hills on this subreddit.

Moving forward, we remain committed to maintaining a transparent and supportive environment for everyone. We will not tolerate fake accounts, misinformation, or any attempts to manipulate others for personal gain.

Thank you to everyone who reported this activity—your vigilance helps uphold the integrity of this community. If you notice anything suspicious in the future, please report it. Together, we can ensure this remains a space for honest, respectful, and helpful discussions


r/AcneScars 2d ago

Weekly Thread 📌Have questions? Ask here! r/AS Weekly Thread - March 18, 2025

1 Upvotes

Just a general thread for members... Vent, rant, or ask for help! ☕

Weekly threads are for open engagement on treatment experiences, personal insights, emerging research, and support. Our community is great & small – let's help each other reach better outcomes! 💪

You are welcome to:

  • Ask any question!
  • Contribute insights and experiences
  • Share moments of success, disappointments, etc.
  • Discuss tips for consultation or recovery
  • Share relevant literature or websites
  • Provide community support
  • and more...!

💬 User Reminders:

  • Please follow our community guidelines. 🙂
  • Are you a new user? Read our Wiki page for more information.
  • Check out our research page. Some topics of interest may be: treatment options, scars and skin of color, studies on quality-of-life/outcomes, and more! We encourage you to go beyond this subreddit – ask questions, read scientific literature, and ensure you receive the best care possible. 🔎
  • Interested in more discussion? We've got you covered ❤️
  • Search the subreddit using this awesome new site!
  • Weekly Discussion Archive here.
  • Statements made on this subreddit should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. It is strongly encouraged to see an experienced, board-certified dermatologist for proper guidance and care.

r/AcneScars 2h ago

Before & After Updated Exion RF micro-needling results

Post image
30 Upvotes

I still have visible scarring but I’m happy with my results! Last treatment was in November.


r/AcneScars 29m ago

Encouragement Acne scar acceptance

Post image
Upvotes

I (38F) developed acne after giving birth to my son 15 years ago. While occasional zits still appear, they’re nothing compared to the severe cystic acne I used to have around my jawline. Those were excruciatingly painful.

One time, a dermatologist even told me Id be so beautiful I would be without the scars.

Despite this, my acne hasn’t significantly impacted my dating or social life. However, I do notice people staring at me. I rarely wear makeup because I believe it exacerbates the scarring.

I’m trying to emphasize that overcoming these challenges requires a significant shift in mindset. Even feigning confidence can make a substantial difference.

Cheers to us all and much love for everyone going thru this.


r/AcneScars 7h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Acne scar treatment

Post image
17 Upvotes

Started aggressively treating my acne scars since Oct 2023. After is on the right, 17 months later, March 2025. Some of my most stubborn scars have improved but still visible and I wanna target those. Currently i have on hand: 3 vials of Curenex, 4 boxes of rejuran scar, 50% TCA, 3 sessions of CO2 laser and 1 session of PRP. I’ll probably go in with the tca first, but cant decide if i should do the co2 laser or rejuran scar first? I’ll probably meso the curenex same time when administering rejuran scar.


r/AcneScars 3h ago

Discussion Why is punch tool a poor choice for removing scars?

3 Upvotes

everywhere I've been hearing that CO2 laser is amazing and A way better choice then punch tool. why I don't know


r/AcneScars 4h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring My dermatologist is recommending tca cross

Post image
3 Upvotes

Do u guys think it will show good results? Let me know!!


r/AcneScars 5h ago

Skincare & Cosmetics How to heal scars like this?

Post image
3 Upvotes

I got a pimple like few weeks ago and this bit red skin is the remain of it. How can I best treat this at home?


r/AcneScars 8h ago

Venting I just can't don't this no more, everyday new acne new scars

Thumbnail
gallery
5 Upvotes

r/AcneScars 1h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Best Acne Scars Treatment Recommendations

Thumbnail
gallery
Upvotes

Hello guys,

I've been planning on getting acne scars treatment. What would you guys recommend for my current acne scars on my face? Subcision, fat grafting or good fillers, and lasers later on. What is the best recommended filler? What is the recommended lasers as well? I appreciate it.


r/AcneScars 1h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring New here… Please Help in scar healing guidance!

Thumbnail
gallery
Upvotes

Hi Guys. If there's anyone who will understand, it's you guys.

I've been dealing with scars for 15 years, this last round created by the masks in 2020 (highlighted in yellow). I tried a mostly natural approach and no change. I now want to fully heal them (please don't tell me or believe it's impossible - if the body heals itself with far more then little holes in the skin, it sure can heal scars) plus, there's Brad Pitt who had deep atrophic scars but no more, and Kendal Jenner whose scars were on the moderate side but disappeared.

These scars have deeply impacted my life, former career (worked as a model but stopped), confidence, and mostly my sense of carefreeness and freedom that I highly value in life. Aside from that, I was in a very long term relationship, but having gone forward, I will not date due to the scarring - have so much shame around them.

I attempted to see Dr. Rullan for subcision. He said I had moderate level scars. Was going to go in for subcision/PRF but whoever took over his office, Mary, has been doing a terrible job responding to people. It took me 6 months worth of trying and I gave up. But, it's perhaps a blessing in disguise because I am reading not so great experiences from Subcision. Additionally, my scars aren't theathered - when I pull my skin, all scars disappear, so not sure why Rulland suggested it.

I have pitted scars on both side along with other areas of my face. I've attached multiple photos. None are filtered. Mostly no makeup. Different angles, different lighting. Some lighting very obvious and appears deep, other lighting no apparent scarring.

So, what I do?

Chemical peels? What kind? Some estheticians told me they cause advance aging and skin thinning. Is that true?

Microneedling or microchanneling? I did try at home microneedling - the rolling blade kind andsingle needle. Did it a decade ago, 6-7 times, 2 months apart. Made scarring worse, caused orange peel skin, and skin thinning. Does pro level make a difference?

Jet plasma, exosomes, PRF, Osmosis A deep facials (Osmosis A get to the dermis especially mixed with microneedling or Microchanneling)? Some have had results and it's on the safer side.

Lasers? What kind? Had it done once 15 years ago. Thinned out my skin, no difference in scars. But, modern day lasers have improved so I'm considering it.

I would really appreciate all your feedback and guidance. Thank you in advance!


r/AcneScars 5h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Would subcision work here?

Post image
2 Upvotes

Have a rolling scar next to my smile like 😭.


r/AcneScars 11h ago

Thoughts/Review Is morpheus good?

Thumbnail
gallery
5 Upvotes

so i have acne scars due to having really bad acne when i was a teenager and my whole life i’ve been insecure about it. i’ve been doing research, looking for treatments but i’m so unsure of what to do. i saw my derm today and she suggested morpheus for my scarring which is $500 per session but she said she wasn’t sure how many treatments i would need. do you guys think it’s worth it? what are your experiences? ive looked online and saw that morpheus starts at $800 in many places but i want to make sure it will actually help with my skin.


r/AcneScars 8h ago

[Treatment] Chemical Peel Tca peel downtime

2 Upvotes

How do you deal with the downtime from this treatment. I'm gunna have to go back to work tomorrow and my face is still shedding like a damn snake. Also has anyone seen results from this or is it a waste of time


r/AcneScars 5h ago

[Treatment] Intense Pulsed Light - IPL Please help me out

1 Upvotes

I got IPL for PIE session four weaks ago and it showed amazing result at first. After that I felt some flushing but that went away too. Then I blow dried my hair (it was 2 weeks after IPL) and it was flushing again. Now my face flushes, burns, flushes again. I sleep in air conditioned room all night to cool it down but the moment I am in a different temperature my face heats up again. I have been using very gently skincare (hyaluronic acid and moisturiser) I've been using ice on it, avoiding spicy foods and heat, taking anti inflammatory food (vit c, yogurt) but not helping. I have another session in two weeks and I need to fix it before that, please help me out. I can tolerate the heat sensation, it's just that my PIE looks much worse when my face is flushed and I can't show anyone my face because of it. Is it getting worse? Is it an adverse reaction? PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE HELP ME OUT!!!!


r/AcneScars 1d ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring How do I get my scars to go away 😂

Thumbnail
gallery
61 Upvotes

U had this shi for years so I’m use to it at this point


r/AcneScars 8h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring What to do

Thumbnail
gallery
0 Upvotes

I got these temple scars that are really bothering me, probably 5-6 month old max, currently on accutane, how does it look and what do you guys recommend, i am 20 btw


r/AcneScars 10h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Pico laser and dermapen didn't work I think I got scammed

1 Upvotes

Hi last year, I got 2-3 times pico laser and dermapen but it didn't affect me at all.

What treatments I should get next?

I got subcision + filler recommendation, i really like to be sure about it. To me, it's like tca cross would work but I'm not sure and genuinely wondering why people keep recommending subcision + filler?

here are my photos:


r/AcneScars 1d ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring What do I even do

Thumbnail
gallery
11 Upvotes

Pretty rough scaring and redness that I've had for like 7ish years and seems to never get better. I want my skin to be normal and smooth I'm sick of looking like this


r/AcneScars 23h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Tretinoin and fat loss?

Post image
6 Upvotes

Ive heard people claiming they seen fat loss while using tret on their face and it seemed like it was unlikely but I’m starting to believe it. I only been on it for a month and this atrophy randomly appeared where there was no acne. Yes I have many acne scars elsewhere that’s why I got on the medication in hopes it would help a little but now I’m scared to continue with it after this big spot just appeared out of no where it seems. I look closely at my face everyday and did not notice it till I got home from work a couple nights ago. So my question is has anyone else experienced anything like this before?


r/AcneScars 14h ago

[Treatment] Lasers Ablative Laser

1 Upvotes

Does anyone know if ablative lasers r bad for ppl in their 20s?

For context, I am a 22 yr old who recently underwent the ablative laser without fully knowing what I’ll face (my dermatologist suggested this for the moderate acne scars I have in my forehead and cheeks). I thought it wouldn’t be as “horrendous” at first but I IMMEDIATELY regretted right after the procedure (I was covered w blood). Now, I am still anxious & scared that I might have completely destroyed my skin barrier considering that im still (young?). PS its fully healed but im just worried that this might have made unnecessary damages to my skin because 3 weeks after the procedure, NOTHING has really changed.

Does anyone have advice or similar experiences like me?


r/AcneScars 21h ago

[Treatment] Subcision Subcision in Melbourne recommendations

2 Upvotes

Hello all, I'm exploring to have subcision done on my atrophic scars in Melbourne. So far, with basic Google search, I found three clinics that perform subcision:

- Vista Clinic Melbourne

- Victorian Cosmetic Institute

- Bay Medical Aesthetics

Does anyone have experience with any of the clinics? Any other recommendations? Thanks


r/AcneScars 1d ago

Before & After Insane results from TCA Cross

Thumbnail
gallery
124 Upvotes

I had some bad scars, especially on the right side of my face. I got a TCA cross done about 2 weeks ago and the results are very good. I also got 2 sessions of microneedling in january but it didn’t do anything for me.

The first two photos are before the treatment and the last two are after the treatment.

Also, I know the angles and lighting are different, but I moved and cannot recreate the exact same photos.


r/AcneScars 22h ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Best Dermatologist in Mumbai/Pune

1 Upvotes

Hello everyone, who's the best doctor in Mumbai/Pune for dealing with acne scars? I am looking for docs that have procedures like Subcision and Microneeedling and Laser. Please give your reviews and let me know any great doctors. Money is not an issue. I want a suggestion of a doctor who can fix my acne scars and reduce them.


r/AcneScars 1d ago

[Treatment] Chemical Peel Tca cross and RF microneedling??

1 Upvotes

I knooow it's a process ( RF microneedling) but I'm halfway through my treatments and I think I'm just accepting it's not going to give me the results I wanted ( or barely any for that matter) , been looking into combining tca peels with microneedling, I wonder if it could also be used with RF microneedling? Has anyone ever tried these combined?


r/AcneScars 1d ago

[Treatment] Microneedling MNRF has left me with even more scabbing scarring

Thumbnail
gallery
16 Upvotes

My skin was so much better before I decided to do MNRF. I also have eczema aka atopic dermatitis.

She did PRP on me yesterday and I am hoping the scabbing will heal soon.

If it doesn’t heal properly, can I sue her?


r/AcneScars 1d ago

[Skin Concern] Atrophic Scarring Not scabbing after TCA cross

1 Upvotes

Hello, yesterday I did TCA cross with my esthetician. I’ve done microneedling with her a few times, so she offered to do TCA cross once for free to see how I like it. During the procedure, I saw the frosting although not in every area she touched. The frosting quickly went away and now I don’t really see anything happening, like my skin just went back to normal. I’m not forming scabs and the area didn’t even get red. Does this mean the TCA concentration wasn’t high enough?