The chart below is the very first part of this report. It will permit you to compare at a glance many of the most important factors when selecting a scar gel or scar cream. These formulas are those that are to help a scar heal more quickly, as well as improve the texture and discoloration of old, stubborn scars..
Beneath the graph you will find the remaining portions of the report. This includes instructions and advice on the best way best to conduct a real cost analysis on the value of a product, and how to work out the appropriate nutrients for your skin.
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How to Decide Which Scar Cream is Right for You
Scars may be blemishes on your skin, but they can affect your emotional well being too. Surgical Scars, Scars caused by physical damage or Trauma, and Bumpy, Sunken or Raised Scarring all require specific attention. No matter the scar type, most consumers are looking for a product that works quickly, but you must be careful not to fall for marketing hype. In the end, whatever every one wants is a product they can trust to get the job done.
Many scar cream consumers have purchased products and been dissatisfied with the overall performance or results they achieved. What they didn’t realize was they bought a product designed to do one thing and really needed a product that addressed scarring on multiple levels. For example, perhaps the scar cream was designed to reduce the discoloration common with scarring, but not designed to help benefit keloid (bumpy) scars. In order to protect ourselves as consumers, we must be sure to purchase a product that will address each of our needs.
We have outlined the guide below to help assist you in the scar cream purchase process. Following these tips can help you improve the likelihood of purchasing a product that meets your satisfaction.
Remember that Your Situation is Unique
No scar is exactly like another. Some scarring is surgical others from burns, some caused by physical trauma and skin conditions such as acne. The point being that your situation is not the same as many of the testimonials you may read about online. Your scar is unique. You must identify the characteristics of your scar that you hope to address with a scar cream.
Pock Marks, Keloids, Stretch Marks and Discoloration are all aspects of scarring, but each require a different ingredient to support their removal. ie. Don’t but a scar cream that addresses discoloration, if you want to get rid of the bumpy scar on your leg.
Expectations are another important aspect of scar cream satisfaction that is worth addressing in this article. Topical scar creams are not miracle workers. Even the most effective scar creams require Patience and Fortitude. Do not expect to see the changes you want within a week or so. If you keep your expectations realistic, chances are you will give the scar cream the chance it needs to provide significant benefit to your scar.
Seal + Protect the Scar Tissue – If you want the scar tissue to heal you need to provide it the optimal environment to do so. Topical silicone ingredients have shown to help retain moisture, while sealing and protecting the tissue from further exposure and damage. In years gone by, Silicone Sheeting was used to heal scars, nowadays silicone can be self applied topically. Make sure your scar cream has it!
Be Smart Avoid the Sun, It can Lead to More Discoloration
Bumpy + Keloid Type Scars – Keloid or Bumpy looking scars are typically the type of scar that consumers want to get rid of the most. These scars can be stubborn and frustrating for many people. Ingredients such as Rose Hip Oil can help to support the breakdown of keloid scar tissue. Peptides, such as Colaxyl, will help support the skin’s natural renewal process and assist in evening out the collagen levels causing the uneven texture. We recommend that our Readers use a scar gel that contains both ingredients if they are concerned with bumpy and keloid type scars.
Wound Healing – Many consumers overlook this aspect of scar treatment. Yes the incision or ‘cut’ may have closed up a while ago, but the healing process continues. Look for a scar cream with Ingredients that support natural wound healing processes. Silicone, Allantoin, Collaxyl, and Rosehip Oil all have natural wound healing properties, although there are other beneficial ingredients out there. The key is to find a formula that contains all or most of them in one product, which may be harder than you imagine. By assisting your skin’s natural healing processes, scar creams can provide the necessary boost your skin needs to look its best.
Discoloration – Probably the most common type of scarring is Discoloration. Not to worry though, it is one of the easier characteristics of scarring to remedy. Discolored Tissue and Redness can be addressed with Ingredients like Allantoin and Rose Hip Oil can assist in this process. Some consumers have used Onion Extract to help support discoloration, although the verdict is still out on that ingredient.
Price is always a factor in a purchase, always. But it should not be the primary focus. Look for products that contain the ingredients necessary to address your Unique and Particular Needs. Once you have identified a few brands that have what you are looking for, you can narrow the choice down based upon the overall value of the product etc.
You should anticipate using a scar creams for at least a few months continuously to see significant improvement in the visibility of your scars.