Comparing the Efficacy of Topical Tazarotene Gel 0.1% v/s Microneedling in Atrophic Post Acne Scars

The purpose of this study was to compare the Efficacy of Topical Tazarotene gel 0.1% versus Microneedling in atrophic Post acne scars. All patients of age 18-40 years, with grade 2 to grade 4 facial atrophic acne scars, assessed using the Goodman and Baron qualitative global scarring grading. Group A was given daily home application of Topical Tazarotene gel 0.1% while on Group B, Microneedling monthly sessions done for 12 weeks. The results were assessed by photographs, Goodman and Baron Qualitative Acne Scars Grading system at the start and end of treatment. SPSS 21 was used for data analysis which showed comparable efficacy of daily home based application of Topical Tazarotene gel 0.1% versus Microneedling monthly sessions in Atrophic Post Acne Scars.