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Scars
and Stretch Marks: Can you REALLY Get Rid
of Them?
Now
don’t fault us for this, but the answer is:
Yes, No, Maybe and Sometimes, It Depends On.
. ! I used to believe they could never be
gotten rid of, but there are new products
and new procedures that give hope for some—not
all—types of scars and stretch marks. Here’s
the scoop:
SCARS:
There
are several brands of scar sheets sold over
the counter now in drugstores and supermarkets.
These adhesive patches contain silicone, which
can soften scars. They work best on raised
(hypertrophic) scars, and are not to be used
until the scar heals (wound closed). Silicone
patches must be worn for at least 8 weeks
to get results. There are also topical gels
available that may help reduce such scars.
Some of the brand names are Band-Aid, Neosporin
and Mederma.
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Flat
(normotrophic) scars are the same height
as the surrounding normal skin. Old, flat
scars are the most difficult to get rid
of. Such a scar can sometimes be improved
by a medical doctor specializing in dermatology,
who can determine what results can be
expected with which of the many new procedures
available, such as laser resurfacing.
A depressed (hypotrophic
or atrophic) scar can be raised by an
MD dermatologist, or registered nurse
under their supervision, by injecting
collagen beneath it. |
NOTE:
If you have a new scar, keep it out of the
sun, wear sunscreen over the scar, and try
to keep it moist with Vitamin E cream while
it is healing.
ACNE
FACIAL SCARS:
Acne can leave lifelong scars and, for those
who are bothered by it, we would suggest visiting
a hospital affiliated (MD) dermatologist to
see what your options are. You have your life
in front of you. A dermatologist might discuss
dermabrasion, chemical peel, collagen injections
or laser resurfacing as options for treatment.
Alternatively, you may also try our range
of MFIII
Cells revitalization, regeneration and rejuvenation
products.
STRETCH
MARKS:
There is less hope for stretch marks and it's
very difficult to rid. There are a number
of reasons for stretch marks, but the main
one is rapid weight gain, whether during pregnancy
or fast weight gain otherwise. Applying lotions,
creams and ointments can help a little in
some cases, especially if the extra weight
was not put on too quickly. You should know
that these marks can disappear, or lessen,
after the cause of the skin stretching is
gone. Stretch marks can even be found in children
who have become rapidly obese. You may try
our MEDI-SLIM product, slim
and trim with anti-stretch mark properties,
for more details..
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