For some people, their acne is super mild and disappears without leaving scars behind. But unfortunately, many are left with the evidence a blemish was once there. In fact, 80% of people from ages 11 to 33 are affected by acne, and one in five of those people will develop scars at some point, per Cleveland Clinic. These scars are caused by a lack of healthy skin tissue or too much collagen production. In this case, your body is essentially overcompensating in order to repair the damaged tissue.
Acne scars can be just as annoying as acne itself, though it's certainly less painful (for most). Not only are they a burden, but they can significantly lessen your self-esteem. Once the acne has gone away, the last thing you want is to be reminded of it every time you look in the mirror. Luckily, when you practice proper breathwork techniques, you're helping prevent the formation of acne — hence fewer acne scars.
