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i've been using a microdermabrasion scrub once a week and it's smoothing out my skin really well. i wasn't sure about using a micro scrub but i can see improvement. this is a good question for kim (naturally). she always have great tips for evening out skin texture.

 
I had a surgery in January, which left scar tissue heaped up in my right nostril...I usually take MSM for my skin, but got lazy about my supplements, and didn't resume taking them until about two weeks ago. Within a week my nostril was remarkably flexible and the scar tissue was flattening and softening up. Turns out, MSM synthesizes the cross linking of collagen (scar tissue is just poorly formed collagen) so, in otherwords, it normalizes it.

Also, massage and pressure will help if the scar is elevated and hard. Apply medium pressure for a minute or more a day to help break up the scar tissue.

Of course, there are lots of cosmetic options available too....acids, microdermabrasion, injectables...

 
Before my surgery, I took MSM in spurts. When I was on it, I'd swear it was the greatest thing and I really couldn't live without it. But, then, I'd go off of it, and think it was just some form of supplemental snake oil. I don't think any of my problems were so dire that I could see the benefits from MSM. Post op, with a mound of scar tissue (not really keloid, but hypertrophic), I really got a clearer understanding of MSM. James Brolin wasn't kidding about more mobility and flexibility! My nostril was really stiff and hard, and sore, too. It's not painful anymore.

You must be one of those fortunate individuals that doesn't suffer recurring keloids. People who are truly prone to keloids, often have them return after they're removed. :( /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I'm glad the microdermabrasion worked for you...I'm just terrified of it!

 
I used a microdermabrasion scrub for the first time last night and loved it. I bought the Epidermx after reading the great reviews here. After the scrub I applied Silkia camellia oil and my skin has never felt so soft and smooth before. This morning when I woke up some of the red remarks from past acne breakout look faded quite a bit, my pores look more refined and my face has a glow. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I will continue to see continued improvement. :icon_smil

 
If you have just very small scars, you can use scrub. Any products which have microbead will help. But if you have bigger scars, you can use skin peeling. This method is very strong somehow. I have never used it :D /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />, but I have heard many people telling about it. You can try http://www.skinculture.com/ if it can help you something :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
Hi and welcome to Makeuptalk moviebuster :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I'm Leony from Japan, sorry I forgot to welcome you on my previous Spaminator post.

 
I'll second Kim on microdermabrasion. Also, maybe some light SCRP's. Cu peptides have a long history of research and development for the specific reason of wound healing. It was only decades later that they started being investigated and used for general skin care. They really help rebuild collagen, elastin, and microfibrils in that matrix of the skin. There are a few other ingredients that I remember seeing were good for wound healing. When I find them I'll let you know. Microdermabrasion will help remove the scarring, but then you have to help your skin rebuild a natural layer. HTH

 
hann, the absolutely best stuff for scars is called scar guard...its made by a plastic surgeon and its this like nailpolish stuff you paint on the scar--it literally flattens and whitens any scar and makes them almost disappear--i had a hernia surgery and it made my scar a tiny white line---i happen to have a FULL bottle of the stuff laying around--if you wanna pm me and tell me what you got to swap, maybe we can make a deal ;) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> i hope to not be using this stuff any time soon ;) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
Be careful, none of the reccommended treatments will work if you have a keloid scar. It will have to be excised by a surgeon. Hopefully, this is not what you have though. Good luck in your search.

 
I have no clue what msm is either! :S

Microdermabrasion and/or chemical peels can help you. It really depends on what kind of scarring and how severe it is. If it is a body scar, like on your arm from an injury or something, I'd look into Mederma or Scar Guard. If it's like acne scars, try micro or peels! I've also having some success with microdermabrasion 1x a week. There's also bleaching/skin lightening creams, but like I said before it depends on the scar. If it's pitted, then lightening creams won't work. If it's to reduce the appearence of red or brown spots from scars, it's worth a try. Good luck!

 
oh, i'm sorry that happend to you sweetie! is it healing ok? have you tried anything to help reduce the scar?

 
it does depend on the location of the scar and the type of scar. scars on the face generally heal better than scars on the body. scars on the arms and legs also heal better than scars on the chest and mid-section. i have a surgical scar that i had tried everything for. it was hypertrophic, and i tried scarguard, mederma, silicone sheets...none of them really worked (though i thought i might have seen a bit of improvement with mederma...probably not though.) i went to my dermatologist and she recommended doing some pulse die laser treatments. because it was such a small section, it only cost about 75 dollars each time i went, and the scar was greatly reduced to the point that it doesn't bother me anymore.

if your scar is more superficial, maybe you will find success with microdermabrasion like others mentioned. it is best to try to treat a scar when it is no longer scabbed, but still red. that goes for all varieties of treatment - most importantly laser.

 

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