Pitted Facial Skin: How to Eliminate Holes on the Face?

The term pitted skin is commonly used to describe an irregular skin surface, characterized by small depressions, scarring outcomes or extremely dilated pores that give the face an uneven appearance.

At IMAGE REGENERATIVE, we have developed cutting-edge protocols that go beyond the traditional aesthetic approach to focus on tissue biology.

Our primary objective is to promote real acne scar and surgical scar treatment through deep cellular stimulation. Instead of limiting ourselves to superficial correction, we offer solutions for texture and pore improvement that tap into the body's own regenerative potential, ensuring natural and lasting results.

Causes of Pitted Skin on the Face

The appearance of irregularities and holes on facial skin is often the consequence of acute inflammatory processes that have damaged the deep structure of the dermis. The main cause lies in the complications of juvenile or late acne: when acne lesions do not heal properly, they leave atrophic scars, meaning tissue deficiencies.

Beyond acne, other factors contribute to this aesthetic concern. The loss of collagen and elastin due to aging makes pores more visible and old scars deeper. An unbalanced lifestyle, sun exposure without protection, and genetic predisposition also play a crucial role in defining skin texture. It is essential to understand that pitted skin reflects subcutaneous structural damage that requires targeted intervention to repair support fibers.

Dermatological Treatments for Scarred Skin

Many patients come to our clinic after trying conventional approaches such as temporary fillers or very aggressive chemical peels. While a hyaluronic acid filler acts exclusively on the symptom, filling the hole for a few months, we have chosen to favor regenerative medicine because it intervenes directly on the regeneration of missing tissue.

Traditional treatments often present obvious limits: superficial peels do not reach the necessary depth to smooth atrophic scars, while overly invasive procedures can involve long recovery times and risks of hyperpigmentation. Our philosophy departs from these symptomatic methods to embrace technologies that dialogue with the patient's stem cells, transforming corrective intervention into an active biological healing process.

The Importance of Cellular Regeneration in Healing

The key to substantially and durably improving pitted skin lies in the body's ability to produce new healthy tissue. Regenerative medicine, fundamental pillar of IMAGE REGENERATIVE under the scientific direction of Prof. Carlo Tremolada, exploits the properties of autologous adipose tissue.

Unlike classical aesthetic medicine that uses foreign substances, the Lipogems® protocol allows a small amount of fat to be harvested from the patient, processed in a minimally invasive way to preserve its vasculo-stromal niches, and injected into pitted areas. This tissue is very rich in mesenchymal cells and growth factors that initiate a skin remodeling process. The skin is not simply filled, but literally reconstructed from within, progressively improving in elasticity, color and compactness.

Innovative Techniques Offered by IMAGE Institute

At our Milano location, we integrate different technologies to maximize aesthetic and functional results. The combination of regenerative methods and advanced instrumentation allows us to personalize the pathway based on scar depth.

The use of the Lipogems® protocol represents the excellence of our clinic: a simple outpatient procedure that ensures deep tissue regeneration, visibly reducing facial holes and restoring healthy and vital skin.

Post-Treatment Advice to Maintain Results

The success of a regenerative treatment also depends on the care the patient dedicates to their skin in the following weeks. After undergoing a texture regeneration and scar correction session, it is essential to protect the face with total sunscreen to avoid post-inflammatory spots.

Healing skin requires constant hydration and specific products that support cellular turnover. We recommend avoiding the use of aggressive exfoliants or irritating acids for at least fifteen days. Following a diet rich in antioxidants and maintaining proper systemic hydration helps the newly grafted mesenchymal cells work best to produce new collagen.

Success Stories: Patient Experiences at IMAGE Institute

Many of our patients describe their journey with Lipogems® as a turning point. We have witnessed cases of people who had lived with deep acne scars for decades and who, after a few sessions of our regenerative protocol, regained confidence in their appearance.

One patient in particular, after trying numerous aggressive ablative lasers without success, noticed a radical change in the consistency of her skin after Lipogems® Beauty treatment. The tissue, previously rigid and marked by depressions, appeared softer and the depressions lifted naturally. These experiences confirm that acting on tissue biology represents the most effective path for those seeking deep and natural results.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About Pitted Skin

How to Treat Facial Holes for Lasting Results?

The most effective solution consists of integrating Lipogems® regenerative medicine with laser or microneedling technologies. This approach reconstructs missing tissue instead of limiting itself to temporary filling with traditional fillers.

Why Do I Have Holes on My Face Despite the Acne Being Gone?

The holes are atrophic scars caused by collagen destruction during the inflammatory phase of acne. Even though the infection has healed, the dermis did not have the resources to repair the lesion, leaving a structural void.

How to Fill Skin Holes Naturally?

The most natural method is micro-fragmented adipose tissue autografting (Lipogems®). Being material from the patient's own body, the risk of rejection is virtually absent and the improvement is due to real cellular regeneration.

What Are the Main Causes of Dilated Pores and Irregular Texture?

Besides heredity, excessive sebum production and loss of elasticity due to age are the main causes. Regenerative treatments help compact pore walls, making skin visibly smoother.