{"df226ae8-fb69-4583-a72e-59db675487cd":"Can acne scars get worse over time if left untreated?","8c35ca6a-582e-4a50-8ba6-0df884b31d57":"Acne scars do not spread, but their appearance can worsen with age. Natural collagen loss and reduced skin elasticity make existing scars look deeper and more prominent. Sun damage also darkens post-inflammatory pigmentation around scarring. Early intervention with collagen-stimulating treatments like microneedling or Sunekos can improve scarring while your skin still has strong regenerative capacity. Addressing any associated hyperpigmentation prevents discolouration from becoming more stubborn."}