Along with brightening antioxidant products, dermatologist Charlotte Birnbaum of Spring Street Dermatology, recommends hydroquinone — a lightening agent that decreases pigment production — for dark scars and hyperpigmentation.

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It’s designed to break up scar tissue, and we could feel it painlessly doing just that when we used it.

There are many types of silicone that can be rubbed onto the skin, he explains, but only some of them are quick-drying.

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What We Don’t Love: It takes a while to dry, and if you don’t let it fully absorb it will transfer onto bed sheets. Scars can be tricky to treat and with so many different scar treatments available on the market, it can be hard choosing which will be effective for you. We took a picture of our scars at the beginning of the test, then followed the creams various application processes and time commitments. Brazzo says that the actual form of the treatment you choose isn’t that important (aside from choosing the right product for the right body part).While it was a little awkward to cut the sheets down to the appropriate size for a facial scar (and we couldn’t leave the sheets on 24/7, as recommended) we were still impressed with the results we saw. The brand recommends using the gel for a minimum of 60 days on new scars and 90 days on older scars. It is important to keep skin moisturized to prevent scarring and this is a light formula that is aloe-vera based so it is antibacterial and soothing. We’re used to seeing strong discoloration on any cuts, but this lightened up the color pretty impressively on the healing journey. It is a good choice for the prevention of moisture loss as well as securing long-lasting hydration – and can be used immediately after the procedure.

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Scar creams like Mederma (with the ingredient allantoin) have been shown to help minimize scars, so applying one of those regularly for the first few weeks can help,” says Dr. And for that random gash you got from running into a tree branch as a kid, we’d bet you’re probably less passionate about keeping that forever reminder of your clumsiness (no judgment — we have them, too).Beyond increasing your odds of skin cancer and premature aging, UV exposure also worsens the look of scars. We tested the Aroamas Scar Professional Silicone Scar Sheets on a four-year-old scar on our face where the skin was damaged enough to prohibit hair growth in that area. It’s more a matter of personal preference: Some people find oils messy, some people like the easy absorption of creams, and others like thicker ointments to keep the wound moist. After one failed sticker getting disposed of, we were extra careful not to waste any more of the six strips.