Accidents happen. Unfortunately some accidents results in unsightly scars. Treating these scars promptly after the wound heals is essential for minimizing the scar. New scars, when treated properly, can fade quickly and even completely. While there is no treatment on the market that guarantees the complete disappearance of scars, there are skin care products that, when used in combination with over-the-counter scar treatments, can minimize the appearance of scars. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Exfoliate. Use a sugar or almond scrub at least every other day on the affected area. Using the scrub will get rid of dead skin and expose newer skin. Since a scar can only be so many layers of skin deep, with each exfoliation the scar will fade just a little. (Please note that the change may not be noticeable for several months.) Be sure that the wound is completely healed before exfoliating, as exfoliating a scab will actually worsen the scar.
2. Moisturize daily. Skin absorbs conditioners best after a shower when your pores are open. Keeping the skin moisturized will ensure that as you scrub away dead skin, the new skin will be healthy. Moisturizers that contain lavender oil, vitamin E and/or cocoa butter may be more effective in helping fade the scar. Both lavender oil and cocoa butter have been known to soften scar tissue and help fade dark scars.
3. Apply over-the-counter treatments. Several, including Mederma and Neosporin Scar solution, claim to reduce the appearance of scars. Consumer reviews on sites such as epinion.com and dermstore.com show that many consumers have had success with Mederma and Neosporin Scar Solution. Mederma requires multiple applications a day for several months. If your scar is in an obvious location that makes you self-conscious, one of these over-the-counter treatments is probably worth a try.
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