scar help...?

Question

ok... i am a total KLUTZ. i have all of these scars on my legs and no matter how hard i try i still can't make them less noticeable! any ideas? is there a kind of scar serum that WORKS? or what about makeup? is there something that i could put on the scars that can make them less noticeable or not noticeable at all?

Answer 1

You can use those silicone scar pads (they're not prescription) IF the scars are raised (keloid scars.) If they're flat or dip down into the surrounding skin, skip the scar pads--they won't really work on those kind of scars, so don't waste your money.

You can use Mederma or generic-type scar creams, ointments, oils, or lotions. But if you are using the scar pads, skip the creams--the pads won't stick if there's a cream residue on the scar.

And if you get new cuts--ALWAYS put on antibiotic ointment or antiseptic ointment while it's fresh and bandage them suckers up. Scar prevention is way easier than removal. I personally like the Nexcare bandages that are waterproof and stick all around the injury so they don't get wet or dirty while they heal. If you have a bruise, try Burt's Bees Res-Q ointment--it really helps heal bruises faster (but I don't know if it works on scrapes and I wouldn't put it on cuts. But that's just me.)

Answer 2

Use Mederma or a less expensive alternative is put Vitamin E on the scar every night. Also, they sell makeup at department stores Dermablend for scars/acne or SmartCover which can be ordered online. You can go into the Department store and have the cosmetic counter person apply it and find the correct color for you.

Answer 3

if the scars aren't old, try either Mederma or Scarguard (it's a bit pricey, but the results are well worth it). both can be found at most drugstores, but i've only seen Scarguard in Walmart & Target.

if you're treating old scars, try using liquid vitamin e and keep it on the scar(s) until it dries. that's about the best treatment you can give.

Answer 4

there are 2 new scar products on the market now i just purchased the nuetrogena silicon scar patches and also there is curad silicone patches i have seen both in magazines and have gone to their website to view more in fo about them. Ive tried everything from cocoa butter to vitamin e nothing has worked to remove the scars i have on my legs either so I'm going to try this product. it wouldn't hurt to give it a try, so you could give it a try as well.

Answer 5

Vitamin E oil, great for stretch marks and scars

Answer 6

ok, i know a friend who had the same problem and she used that mederma stuff, but i know that if there aren't too many than you could cover them up with makeup, that's what i do!! Hope This helps

Answer 7

There is this really good cream called Mederma. You'll have to ask your doctor for a prescription and he/she may have some samples to give you. You have to use it fairly religiously for a while but it does work.

Answer 8

Liquid vitamin E,, best stuff ever for scars

Answer 9

You could put makeup on them or just wear jeans but gets gettin to hot for jeans

Answer 10

CoaCoa Butter or Fresh Citrus Juice . .