One of the most important lessons we learned?
Scarring is a complicated topic with countless treatment paths.
And since all scars are not the same, they shouldn’t be treated like they are.
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“When skin is incredibly hydrated, it can repair itself easier,” he explains.
If it’s more than just a surface scrape, he suggests visiting your doctor.
Instead of emerging as a raised bump or an indentation, PIH appears as a darkening of the skin.
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This jot down of scarring can eventually fade on its own.
In this case, you’ll need the assistance of OTC products or in-office treatment to fade them completely.
When the topical products have done all they can do, Lancer suggests IPL (intense pulsed light).
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Hydroquinone is a chemical compound used in products that treat hyperpigmentation.
It works by interacting with the melanin-producing cells in the skin and decreasing the production of pigment.
“Scars contract and that causes the indentation.
PIH can also happen at the site to cause brown color to the scar.”
Bailey further explains them as scars that formed beyond what was necessary to heal a wound.
“Sometimes the stop mechanism does not work and a thick scar forms.”
Keloid Scars
As Lancer describes it, when hypertrophic scars mature, they’re calledkeloid scars.
A tricky kind of scar, keloids can be brought on by injury but they also can form spontaneously.
“The most commonly successful treatment is injection with strong cortisone.”
“This can cause indenting or pulling inward of the skin towards the scar,” she explains.
“Scars are built and are very active for 12 months after an injury.
The first three months involves the formation of the scar to seal and heal the injury.
Of course, consult your treating physician for guidance.
