Scars on the face treatment. How to remove scars on the face after surgery

A lot of people are wondering - is it possible? Human skin is exposed to external factors throughout life. The main purpose of the skin is to protect internal organs, therefore it often suffers on its own, receiving various injuries, as a result of which scars appear on it.

A lot of discomfort is caused by scars left after acne and boils. The skin is one of the few organs that are accessible to the human eye. That is why, her condition is treated with special attention. If the scars on the arms, on the legs, on the back can be hidden under clothing, then on the face they are always in sight.

Modern technologies in medicine offer many methods of treatment and. But, unfortunately, the cost of these procedures is quite high and not everyone can afford it. Moreover, it is almost impossible to cure a scar in 1-2 procedures. But do not despair! There are some things you can do on your own.

Whitening scars at home

With the help of bleaching, scars from acne, mosquito bites, and minor burns can be made visually almost invisible. This kind of scars are most often formed on the face and back, have normotrophic or signs, namely, they are located on the same level with healthy skin or retracted, stand out in color.

Especially dark spots remain after acne on the back. Such scars can be easily bleached and polished at home.

Whitening folk remedies

Lemon juice will help lighten the dark spots left by acne on the face and back. Apply morning and evening for 10-15 minutes, after the time has elapsed, rinse with water. Use with caution on sensitive skin.

Apply five percent hydrogen peroxide daily in the morning and evening to the scars for 15-20 minutes, then remove with warm water.
Take 1 teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder, mix 1:1, apply on the scars for twenty minutes, then remove with water. Honey can be replaced with white or green clay.

Cucumber juice is good for whitening. Grind the cucumber until a slurry is formed, apply on the scar, rinse with water after an hour. For convenience, if there are scars on the back, you can put a bandage on top and fix it with a band-aid.

Parsley decoction is widely known in home bleaching. To do this, pour a chopped bunch of parsley into 200 ml of hot water, let it brew for half an hour. Wipe should be daily in the morning and evening, you can not rinse.

Whitening with professional products

Skinoren gel. Azelaic acid, which is part of this drug, helps to remove excess melanin from the skin, as a result of which the color of the scar becomes lighter, and the spots after mosquito bites completely disappear, preventing the appearance of new acne. Apply twice a day to damaged skin. In general, the course of treatment is three months, but after 3-4 weeks of use, noticeable improvements in the condition of the scars are observed.

Gel Badyaga forte. Actively fights small abrasions, including the effects of acne, mosquito bite spots. The composition includes, one of the properties of which is cell regeneration, as a result of which even chronic spots from acne and mosquito bites become lighter. With constant use, they completely disappear.

The small particles included in the composition have a grinding effect and help smooth the skin. Apply a thin layer for 20 minutes, then rinse the gel with warm water. When used on the face, do not go outside after the procedure for 2-3 hours. Do not use on sensitive and dry skin.

Scar removal at home

To smooth out scars, you need to resort to peeling. It is perfect for removing uneven skin from and back. There are mechanical and chemical peels.

To carry out mechanical peeling, you need to take a sponge or a toothbrush, apply any scrub with exfoliating particles on it, these can be ground apricot seeds, ground coffee. Massaging the damaged areas of the skin with intensive movements.
Chemical peeling, depending on the depth of exposure, can be:

superficial - affects the stratum corneum of the skin;
medium - penetrates into the living layers of the epidermis;
deep - reaches the reticular layers of the dermis.

You can only carry out superficial and medium peeling on your own.

For superficial peeling, you need to take five percent calcium chloride, which is sold in a pharmacy, and apply it to the scars with a sponge. Let it dry a little and repeat the procedure, so it is necessary to apply 5-6 layers. Leave on the skin for 10 minutes, then remove the residue with warm water using baby soap.

For medium peeling, three aspirin tablets are crushed and mixed with half a teaspoon of water or milk. Apply to the surface of problem areas, after 15 minutes, remove with warm water.

When polishing scars with peeling, you need to pay attention to the fact that the skin on the face is different from the skin on the back, arms or abdomen. In such areas of the body, the skin is thicker and the peeling exposure time when applied to scars, especially on the back, should be increased by 5-10 minutes.

Important! It is impossible to carry out grinding in places of open wounds and acne.

Treatment of postoperative scars and cuts

It is better to deal with such scars with the help of. Folk remedies in this case will be completely useless.

Contractubex is suitable for the treatment of all types of scars. Available in the form of ointments, gels and creams. The components included in the preparation allow you to even out the surface of the scar, reduce it in size and get rid of the cyanotic color. Contractubex must be applied at least twice a day, the treatment period will be at least 3 months.

Mepiform patch is very effective in the treatment of fresh and old scars, promotes their rapid resorption. The patch is glued to the clean surface of the scar, the size of the patch should cover not only the entire scar, but also go beyond its borders by at least 1 centimeter. It is necessary to change the patch no more than once every 3-5 days. Others are also equally popular in the treatment of scars.

Use around the clock, can be removed when taking a shower or bath, then stick again. The duration of treatment is from 2 to 6 months, it all depends on the condition of the scar.

Scars and scars at home can only be made less noticeable, it will not be possible to finally get rid of them and cure them. To completely get rid of scars, especially old ones, you need to seek help from specialists, or surgical. The sooner scar treatment is started, the greater the effect of the treatment. Medications have various contraindications and undesirable side effects, therefore, before use, you should read the instructions in detail or consult a doctor.

Ointments from scars and scars cope only with superficial changes in the skin. With deep deformities, aesthetic surgery is indispensable. If scars have appeared recently, then regenerating topical preparations will come in handy. With their help, it is possible to eliminate postoperative scars, residual traces of acne, the effects of superficial burns. These drugs act locally, preventing the growth of connective tissue and improving tissue metabolism.

Indications for the use of ointments

Not all drugs are universal, so you should consult a dermatologist before using the ointment. If the ointment is used incorrectly, the skin condition may worsen. General indications for the use of anti-scar ointments are:

striae caused by weight gain or sudden weight loss;
post-traumatic tendon contractures;
prevention of scarring after surgery;
keloid (colloidal) scars;
atrophic and normotrophic scars;
hyperpigmentation and post-acne;
fresh hypertrophic scars.

Ointments are used to treat any parts of the body, including the face, where scars annoy the most. Treatment of cosmetic defects is complex. Peelings, laser resurfacing, and the use of creams and ointments at home are often required. The full scope of procedures is determined by the nature of origin and age of scars.

Overview of anti-scar preparations

It is more reliable to entrust the choice of a remedy to a doctor, especially after the appearance of surgical scars - with appendicitis, hernia, etc. So, it is effective for acne and post-acne, but in the case of traumatic scars, it is powerless. The preparation "Strataderm" based on silicones copes with scars and scars, eliminates stretch marks, but is expensive. Moreover, one tube is not enough for a treatment course.

Consider a list of popular remedies for scars and scars, which are effective and do not hit the family budget.

Name of the ointment	Action	Mode of application
Contractubex	The German drug contains heparin and allantoin. These components contribute to the breakdown of scar tissue and improve regeneration. The drug has a positive effect on the structure of the skin, softens the pathological tissue and makes the epidermis elastic. The composition of the ointment contains onion extract. This ingredient has an anti-inflammatory effect, improves blood microcirculation and inhibits the growth of connective tissue.	Contractubex is applied to the affected area three times a day for a month. The remedy is prescribed at an early stage of scarring and for prevention. Against chronic scars, the drug is ineffective.
Dermatix	Dutch-made drug in the form of a gel-like mass. It is used immediately after wound healing to prevent scarring. The tool eliminates pigmentation, improves blood supply to the cells of the epidermis, saturates the connective tissue with moisture.	Dermatix is applied twice a day. The drug is quickly absorbed and leaves no residue. The duration of therapy is 2 months. With deep damage to the skin, the drug will not help. But it is safe and suitable for use by children and pregnant women.
Fermenkol	Active collagen preparation of Russian production. Stimulates the resorption of existing scars and prevents new ones. Makes bulges flat and elastic. At the same time it has an analgesic and antipruritic effect. Side effects on the ointment are rare, so the remedy is recommended for use in childhood.	Use the product twice a day for a month. Fermenkol removes hypertrophic scars on the body. To increase the effectiveness of therapy, the agent is used as part of drug electrophoresis.
Solcoseryl	The drug improves the regeneration and nutrition of cells. It is applied to the face with acne and post-acne. The ointment will be useful for dry wounds, frostbite, burns, cuts. Zinc ointment works similarly. It is cheaper and suitable for the treatment of dermatitis, bedsores, dry and weeping wounds. Both drugs do not have a pronounced anti-scarring effect. But applying them early will prevent scarring.	The ointment should be used twice a day. At the stage of scar formation, the drug is used under a bandage.
Clearwin	This cream softens the skin, activates cellular metabolism, improves blood circulation. Contains natural ingredients, refers to Ayurvedic preparations. Effective against comedones, stretch marks, age spots, skin microdamages. Suitable for the treatment of acne, smoothes the skin, eliminates signs of chronic fatigue.	The skin is lubricated in the morning and evening for several weeks. Doctors consider the drug as a cosmetic product, but the natural base and safety of the cream distinguish it from other drugs. With minor violations and for their prevention, the remedy will be effective.
Imopherase	The cream is intended directly for the removal of scars and scars. Hyaluronidase, which is part of the cream, inhibits the growth of connective tissue and reduces swelling. With a course of treatment, convex formations decrease in volume, the level of pigmentation decreases, and elasticity increases. Imoferase cream acts on old scars and scars, reducing their density.	The effect of the treatment is noticeable after 3 weeks, the full course of therapy is 8 weeks. It is recommended to use the cream after surgery, burns, caesarean section and traumatic skin injury.
Heparin ointment	The drug improves blood microcirculation, which allows it to be used for stretch marks, hematomas, localized infiltrates and ulcerative lesions. It will not work to get rid of scars with the help of heparin ointment, but the preventive use of the remedy will prevent the pathological growth of connective tissue.	Heparin ointment is applied up to 3 times a day for 2 weeks.
Methyluracil	Boosts regenerative processes, improves the renewal of epidermal cells. The ointment heals wounds by forcing epithelialization. It has a protective property, restores the integrity of the skin, prevents degenerative changes in the epidermis. Used after burns, including radiation. The cream "Bepanten" works in a similar way. The list of indications for drugs is comparable.	The duration of therapy is 1-4 months. An analogue of the drug is called Levomekol ointment. This is a combination drug based on methyluracil.
Vishnevsky	The ointment dissolves seals, activates recovery processes. The drug is distinguished by a dark color, a pungent odor, an affordable price. The drug is not capable of getting rid of scars and rough scars. But it is used to eliminate the effects of chickenpox, acne, dermatological diseases. Compresses with Vishnevsky's ointment are effective.	The drug is mixed with honey in equal proportions, applied to the skin, covered with a cabbage leaf, then with a film and left for an hour. Ichthyol ointment works in a similar way.
Hydrocortisone	The ointment has anti-inflammatory properties and inhibits the growth of connective tissue. It is used after blepharoplasty and eyelid pathology. Hydrocortisone ointment belongs to glucocorticosteroids, which explains the impressive list of contraindications and side effects.	The ointment is used for 2 weeks, treating the surface of the skin up to 4 times daily.

"Anti-scar" - promotes the production of collagen

The gel reduces cicatricial changes in the skin after wounds, burns, operations, acne, stretch marks on the body. Anti-scar ointment based on Mg improves collagen synthesis and thereby changes the structure of the scar, contributing to its disappearance. The drug has additional actions: softens the skin, increases its elasticity, reduces wrinkles on the face and dissolves scars and stretch marks.

Kelo-cote - treatment of scars after surgical interventions

The gel was released by the American company Advanced Bio-Techologies using a unique technology. Its main purpose is the prevention and treatment of scars after surgery. Fights with such types of scars: keloid, hypertrophic, atrophic and others. It is safe to use, therefore it is prescribed for both adults and children.

Apply Kelo Coat on dry skin in the morning and evening for 60-90 days. After 2 months, the results will be noticeable: itching, pain, inflammation and induration on the skin will disappear. It is also used to heal wounds and scratches.

"Rescuer" - helps with scars after burns

When receiving domestic burns, it is recommended to apply Rescuer in a thin layer on the affected area of the skin. The ointment cleans the injured surface, disinfects it and promotes rapid healing of the wound, preventing the appearance of scars. Ointment Rescuer is not hormonal, therefore it is not addictive.

Also, the drug can be used to treat sunburn. It soothes the skin, reduces redness and promotes rapid healing.

Contraindications

The main contraindication to the use of the presented drugs is individual intolerance. Silicone preparations are hypoallergenic, and ointments based on plant extracts are used after an allergy test.

Contraindications and side effects vary depending on the type of drug. Glucocorticosteroids are prohibited during pregnancy and lactation. They remove pathological formations well, but are not used in childhood and for kidney diseases.

If it is not possible to cope with scars with the help of external preparations, then lidase injections are used. Procedures are carried out daily or every other day. One procedure takes an ampoule of lidase.

A dermatologist can choose an effective and safe drug based on the clinical picture. A positive result gives a complex treatment with the use of ointments and physiotherapy.

A scar is a connective tissue formation that has a dense structure and occurs as a result of the regenerative process of tissues after damage or inflammation. The basis of the scar is collagen, this area has significant differences from the rest of the skin and is characterized by increased sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation. Some tissues tend to restore their functionality, but this depends on the type of defect and the method of exposure. Is it possible to remove the scar on the face completely?

The healed area is markedly different from healthy skin. Connective tissue allows the skin to regenerate, but its functionality is severely reduced.

There are several types of scars:

Name	External signs	Reasons for the formation
atrophic	It is located lower than the epidermis around. Soft, pigmented, mobile.	burn; diseases; injury.
Keloid	Uneven structure, increased density, bulging above the surface.	Incorrect reaction of the body, which leads to excessive production of collagen at the site of injury.
Nomotrophic	It has a flat elastic surface, located on the same level with the surrounding tissues.	Optimal formation after injury.
hypertrophic	Increased skin relief, pink color, soreness.	It is formed as a result of excessive production of collagen.

Specialists will combine keloid and hyertrophic scars into one group, both types are formed as a result of the inflammatory process, excess collagen and reduced immunity.

Is it possible to remove scars on the face completely

When an accident, emergency operation or other critical situation occurs, few people think about the aesthetic side of the issue, all efforts are directed to saving lives. Upon receiving damage, the body starts recovery processes. The result is scarring. The best option is when a former wound, suture or cut is transformed into an inconspicuous trace with smooth edges, but the process is often disrupted by an increased synthesis of collagen fibers. Under unfavorable circumstances, the scar becomes depressed or bumpy and has a different color from the shade of other skin areas.

Scar tissue is designed in such a way that it is completely impossible to remove it. Thanks to modern technologies, there is a 90% chance of eliminating a cosmetic defect.

Homemade recipes for getting rid of scars

The appearance of scars can also be provoked by a remote boil, acne (demodex mite), hemangioma, or a rash all over the face. Chickenpox or a small inflamed sore, scratch, insect bite, scratched mole can leave traces on the child's face. Treatment is carried out by various methods, among which there are recipes for home use.

№1 Mix rosemary essential oil with cosmetic clay and slightly heated water in the ratio 1:1:1 until smooth. Apply for 10 minutes, remove the frozen crust with warm water.

No. 2 Mix a bag of bodyagi powder with hydrogen peroxide to a state of slurry. Leave for 5 minutes to react. Gently apply the product on the face, massage and leave until completely dry. This deep home peel is a great alternative to a salon treatment.

№3 Grind oatmeal into small crumbs, mix with kefir until creamy. Apply to the injured area and massage gently. Can be left as a mask for 15 minutes.

#4 To whiten a fresh scar, massage it with almond oil for a few minutes. The course of recovery is 14 days.

Before using a folk recipe, conduct a skin test for an allergic reaction to the components of the composition. If after two days itching, redness and burning does not appear, you can safely apply it on your face. To get rid of a scar in the face at home, you need to be patient - you can get an inconspicuous trace after 3-5 years.

Medications

Among medicinal pharmaceutical products, preparations in the form of sprays, gels, ointments and dressings are most effective. The cost of course recovery is high, but justified by the effectiveness of the result. Treatment is recommended to begin immediately after the wound has healed, then the likelihood of removing the scar almost completely increases.

Popular medicines to get rid of scars on the face:

Dermatix gel. The main component is inert silicone. , helps to reduce redness, eliminate discomfort and smooth out the relief of the scar. The gel forms a thin film that causes the collagen fibers to rebuild.
Bandage Dermatix. Wear a cloth patch around the clock or at least 12 hours every day. The first noticeable result on a fresh scar appears after 3 months, the old one straightens out after a year. With the immediate start of treatment, it is possible to get rid of visible manifestations almost completely.
Mepiform plaster. Helps reduce scars, effective in the fight against fresh traces. Prolonged use allows you to make the injury site invisible. Suitable for repeated use, withstands contact with water.
Kelo-cote. The drug is used against all types of scar formations. Effective for tattoos, piercings, post-acne.
Contractubex. Works due to the extract of onion Serae. It has a complex effect on the skin, dissolving the stratum corneum, accelerating the formation of new cells. The gel is applied against fresh scars.
Mederma. The gel composition stimulates the production of collagen, softens scarred skin and inhibits the formation of new fibroblasts. This is the first aid in the fight against traces after unsuccessful cosmetic procedures, postoperative scars and burns, antennae electrolysis
Kelofibrase. The ointment is powered by D-camphor. Increases elasticity, softens the scar, smoothes the edges, relieves pain and swelling. Helps heal and prevent scars. An important condition for use is to apply regularly 2-4 times a day and compresses at night.

You can use these medications to get rid of scar tissue on your own, if there are no contraindications.

Hardware methods

Any beauty salon or clinic has in its arsenal various modern methods of dealing with scars. The following options have the best effect:

Mesotherapy. It involves the introduction of drugs with hyaluronic acid, vitamins and trace elements into the layers of the skin. To perform, a thin needle or a mesoscooter is used. Activates recovery processes
Chemical peeling. Acid exfoliates dead skin cells, improves blood circulation, restores skin respiration and evens out skin texture.
Laser resurfacing. Painless, safe procedure, allows you to completely remove even the old cicatricial formation. The laser vaporizes the defect and puts healthy cells into operation.
Cryotherapy. Liquid nitrogen of low temperature quickly levels the skin and smoothes it.
Physiotherapy. It includes vacuum hardware massage, microcurrents, electrophoresis or phonophoresis, magnets that help deliver medicinal substances to the deep layers and improve microcirculation.

In addition to treatment, a cosmetologist can hide a sunken mark by using fillers or Botox.

Surgical methods

The appearance of scar tissue can be improved by simply removing the relief and re-closing the wound. The doctor excises excess tissue and carefully sews up the edges. There are the following types of correction:

Z-plastic. The direction of the scar is changed to natural curves, to the shape of the eyes or nose. The method involves the application of skin flaps cut in a zigzag pattern to cover the old mark.
W - plastic. Small successive segments of the skin are excised so that the old injury is completely covered.
Transfer. The old scar is excised, and a new healthy tissue is transplanted from the donor site. Allows you to edit large healed areas.
Patchwork technique. This plastic procedure is one of the most difficult, and requires the transfer of blood vessels, fatty tissue and muscles.

Which option is more preferable, the doctor decides.

How to avoid the consequences of scar healing

Treatment of scars and scars on the face is a laborious, expensive and lengthy process. It is better to prevent their occurrence.

Scarring Prevention Tips:

It is not recommended to extrude subcutaneous acne, boils, cleansing should be carried out by a cosmetologist.
A lacerated wound is subject to suturing by a plastic or maxillofacial surgeon with a cosmetic suture.
An abrasion, a crack in the face area should be treated with medicines and antiseptics to prevent inflammation and suppuration.
With a strong divergence of the edges of the wound, suturing is required.
Regularly treat the injury with ointments and apply silicone gel, a bandage.

Scars spoil the appearance and can cause psychological problems. There are many ways to smooth out marks, including affordable recipes and expensive procedures. It is important to start the removal of scars on the face in time - a week, a maximum of three weeks after the injury, in order to prevent the inflammatory process and the growth of collagen fibers in time.

The restoration of the skin after infections, burns and injuries invariably leads to the formation of scars. They create many problems, including aesthetic ones. Therefore, the treatment of atrophic scars on the face is one of the main areas of modern cosmetology and includes many techniques. All of them are in demand and effective in their own way.

What is an atrophic scar

From the point of view of medicine, an atrophic scar is an area of dense connective tissue that has arisen during injury and healing of the skin. When it is formed, insufficient collagen production leads to the defect sinking below the level of a healthy dermis and pigmentation disorders.

The resulting scar tissue differs from those it replaces by reduced functionality. In the damaged area, blood circulation worsens, there are no sweat glands and hair follicles.

Connective tissues are sensitive to ultraviolet radiation and are often infected at the initial stage of development. In this case, the scar will be especially deep and uneven.

Depending on the depth of the lesion, atrophic lesions can be:

wedge-shaped (chipped);
rectangular;
linear.

Treatment of cicatricial changes on the face is a long and difficult process, but not hopeless. It will not be possible to eliminate them completely, but it is possible to smooth and brighten them.

Types of scars

Depending on the appearance and structure, all scars are divided into 4 groups:

keloid;
hypertrophic;
atrophic (hypotrophic);
normotrophic.

The last type of scars is the most harmless. From the name it is clear that they are considered the norm and are formed as a result of an adequate reaction of the body. Over time, defects acquire a normal skin color, become thin and invisible. Treatment of normotrophic scars is carried out with the help of simple cosmetic procedures: peeling, pharmacy ointments, mud applications.

It is much harder to get rid of keloid and hypertrophic scars. As a rule, they appear after operations and rise noticeably above the surface of the skin or go beyond the boundaries of the initial injury. Surgery is required to remove them.

Atrophic scars occur in places of stretching or inflammation of the skin. They can be treated both conservatively and surgically.

Before starting the fight against scars, no matter where - in the salon or at home, be sure to consult a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Only a specialist with the necessary knowledge will be able to advise a truly effective treatment method. Cosmetologists in ordinary salons most often do not have a higher education and do not have the necessary knowledge, therefore they are not always able to choose the right therapy.

Remember, the scar is on your face, and treatment can be both good and bad.

Reasons for education

The main reason for the occurrence of an atrophic focus is considered to be insufficient collagen production at the time of scarring. The following mechanical damage can provoke a pathological condition:

trauma;

acne, pimples, boils;

burns;

unsuccessful medical procedures;

chickenpox.

Stretch marks or stretch marks that appear during pregnancy or with a sharp increase in body weight are also referred to as atrophic scars. In this case, the culprit of the defect is the rupture of collagen fibers.

Symptoms of cicatricial changes depend on the cause of the defect. So, after chickenpox, rounded scars with clear edges form on the face. Acne is characterized by various manifestations in form and depth. Sometimes microscopic scars appear on the surface of the skin, called ice-pick scars. They should be distinguished from enlarged pores. If the depressed areas are depigmented, you need to make sure that this is not vitiligo or perifollicular elastosis.

Treatment methods for atrophic scars on the face

If the defect is already fully formed, there is no point in treating it. It is better to think about scar correction - visual alignment, normalization of color and texture of an unpleasant formation. The main methods used in this case:

filler injections;

hardware alignment;

surgical excision.

The approach to physiotherapy of skin changes and the choice of the optimal method depend not so much on the type of scar, but on the age of its formation.

The sooner you start treatment, the easier it will be to cope with the deficiency. But don't expect quick results. Scar removal can take several years.

injection methods

Shallow defects of the linear type lend themselves well to correction with “beauty injections”. Most often, the following methods are used to eliminate scars:

mesotherapy;

biorevitalization;

contour plastic.

With the help of mesotherapy, meso-cocktails are introduced under the scar, consisting of vitamins, substances and medical preparations. Medicinal solutions lift the scar tissue and stimulate the production of its own collagen.

During biorevitalization, hyaluronic acid is injected into the scar area. The procedure is performed only in combination with laser resurfacing. By itself, it is not effective enough.

Contour plastic involves filling scars with gel preparations or fillers. Most often, Juvederm, Restylane or Collost are pumped under the defect. To achieve a decent result, at least 3-4 injections are required. The procedure is quite expensive and gives a short-term effect - after 10-12 months, the manipulation will have to be repeated.

Hardware cosmetology

You can remove atrophic scars on the face with the help of special devices. They are much more effective than injections, but they cannot completely remove the scar.

At the time of epithelialization, it is worth using. The procedure will accelerate healing, improve lymphatic drainage and metabolism in damaged tissues. To get the effect, 6-8 procedures will be enough.

In the later stages of scar formation, the following techniques are used:

microdermabrasion;

laser resurfacing;

fractional photothermolysis.

Each of these types of physiotherapy has its own advantages and disadvantages. Microdermabrasion treats moderately mature and mature scars on the face well, smoothes the edges and evens out the color. True, to obtain a noticeable result, you need to spend 10 sessions.

The use of a laser allows you to remove post-acne, while stimulating the formation of collagen and bringing the bottom of the focus and the surface of the skin closer to each other. With extensive facial lesions, the procedure becomes very traumatic. A long and difficult rehabilitation will put you out of action for at least a month. Full recovery will take six months. True, with small lesions, the procedure works well.

Fractional photothermolysis is recognized as the most effective way to treat atrophic scars on the face. This is the same laser resurfacing, only during the procedure not all the skin is damaged, but only a small part of it (20-25%).

Spot activation of the dermis is much safer than full resurfacing and has a shorter recovery time (14–20 days).

Scar excision

Only surgery is able to cope with deep scars. The technique of excision of the connective tissue is very traumatic and requires a long recovery period. Radical removal of atrophic scars is performed under general anesthesia for several hours. The final result can be seen only after 8-9 months.

Surgical excision of linear scars up to 5 cm long is not cheap and will cost you 10,000 rubles. The price of longer scars will be significantly more expensive.

If the defect on the face is very deep, the surgeon resorts to undercutting (subcision) of the tissues. The procedure is performed with a special needle, which is used to hook and lift the bottom of the focus. The visual effect of the manipulation is good, but in the postoperative period, additional procedures will be needed to smooth the surface of the skin.

It refers to surgical procedures to get rid of scars. Read more about the operation.

Treatment at home

Treatment of hypotrophic scars at home is recommended only for immature and shallow formations. But even in this case, the result is not always happy.

Folk remedies

To smooth and lighten the defect a little, try making a clay mask.

You will need:

white or green clay - 50 g;

lemon juice - 50 ml;

tea tree oil - 2-3 drops.

Mix the ingredients thoroughly and apply locally to the affected area. Wash your face after 30 minutes.

A mixture of mummy and baby cream smoothes linear scars well. Apply the application to the defect for 40 minutes, then apply a pharmacy ointment.

If you have real beeswax at home, melt it in a water bath and mix it with olive oil. Place the warm mixture on gauze and apply to the scar.

Using folk remedies for the treatment of atrophic scars on the face, remember that they are not effective enough and do not expect miracles. Judging by the reviews, home treatment can only slightly even out and lighten scar tissue.

Pharmacy preparations

Pharmaceutical creams are more effective for removing defects on the face. True, they help only on immature scars.

The most effective drugs:

collagen enamel gel. Judging by customer reviews, this is the best remedy for scars. The price of a bottle is 600–700 rubles;

Kelofibrase. The main component of the drug is urea, which moisturizes, softens and activates blood circulation at the site of injury;

Contractubex. Quite expensive but effective. The cost of a tube of 50 ml is 800–900 rubles;

Dermatix-gel. New generation drug. It copes well with scars, but it is also expensive - 2000–2300 rubles.

Dermatologists believe that pharmacy ointments cannot get rid of atrophic scars when used on their own. It is much more efficient to use them as an addition to hardware procedures.

cosmetic dirt

Cosmetic mud applications are considered an effective way to eliminate cicatricial changes on the face. The healing effect is often present even in cases where folk remedies and ointments are powerless. The mud perfectly softens the connective tissue, activates collagen synthesis, and reduces the depth of the focus.

For the treatment of hypotrophic scars on the face, it is recommended to use Saki mud. Based on them, many effective preparations have been made to remove scars, stretch marks and other skin lesions.

The most popular of them:

silt mud "Formula of Health", doypack 1kg - 240 rubles;

Saki mud "Crimean natural collection", 700 gr. - 230 rubles;

applications with mud from Lake Saki - 1500 rubles;

mud silt sulfide "Manufactura House of Nature", 1200 gr. - 320 rubles.

Therapeutic applications have an anti-inflammatory and resolving effect, improve respiration and tissue trophism, so they can be used both at the beginning of the regeneration process and on mature scars.

How to prevent new formations

Of course, it is impossible to avoid the appearance of scars, but you can make them less noticeable and speed up healing.

If a deep defect with damage to fatty tissue has appeared on the face, do not try to cope with it yourself. Seek immediate medical attention and demand that you have a cosmetic suture. It is more difficult to perform, but allows you to get a minimal scar.

In all other cases (small cuts, burns, scratches), clean and disinfect the wound, and after tissue healing, apply Mepiform silicone patch to fresh skin.

In order not to aggravate the condition, never pick at lesions on the face and do not peel off the crusts. And, most importantly, do not squeeze blackheads and painful subcutaneous pimples at home. Contact a specialist.

Answers on questions

Is cryodestruction used to treat atrophic scars and how effective is it?

Yes, liquid nitrogen is used to treat scars. The procedure is safe and painless, but it is good only in the fight against immature (up to 3 months) scars. In other cases, cryodestruction is ineffective.

Will plasmolifting help to get rid of an atrophic scar on the face?

It is better known as a rejuvenating procedure, but in recent years it has been widely used to eliminate scars. If treatment is started on time, then mature scars will begin to dissolve already in the second week of lymph administration, and new ones will not appear at the site of acne and other damage to the dermis.

Of course, the procedure will not relieve you of skin defects completely, but they will become less noticeable and lighter. To prevent scarring, plasma-lifting is best started 8-10 days after the injury.

What determines the degree of scar formation?

In medical practice, it is customary to distinguish three types of scars:

immature (up to 3 months);

moderately mature (3 to 12 months);

mature (more than 1 year).

At the first stage, a fresh loose pink scar is formed, which is the easiest to deal with. Then the blood flow in the damaged tissues decreases, the scar turns pale, becomes more dense and fully matures by the end of the second period. Naturally, the deeper the skin is damaged, the longer it will take for connective tissue to form.

Summing up

Treatment of atrophic scars on the face requires qualified assistance from specialists and an integrated approach. With a properly selected scheme, a decent result appears only after 8-12 months. Therefore, do not rush and do not despair ahead of time.

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Scars on the face look unattractive and often bring discomfort. And if men are decorated with scars, then for women this is a significant problem. Is it possible to get rid of hated scars?

How to choose the right method?

Scars on the face can appear for various reasons. Gross defects, as a rule, appear as a result of injuries and burns, postoperative scars are less noticeable. In some cases, scars appear after acne, insect bites. The nature of scars directly depends on the type of negative impact:

Normotrophic scars. Appear as a result of minor cuts and abrasions on the cheeks and nose, herpes on the lip. Scars may appear after rhinoplasty, cosmetic surgery. These scars are flesh-colored or, in most cases, barely noticeable. They are easy to get rid of with proper and timely treatment.
. Occur at the site of acne, burns, chickenpox, after improper removal of moles and papillomas. The scars are slightly pressed into the skin, have a pink tint.
or pathological scars - rough, dense structure, with a pink-cyanotic color. Occur as a result of severe burns, deep wounds, accompanied by suppuration. Such scars can be complicated by the appearance of trophic ulcers on their surface.
Keloids. They have a tumor-like structure with a pronounced pink-blue color. Keloids appear as a result of surgical interventions, deep wounds, after animal bites and severe burns.

painless procedure;
does not require hospitalization;
carried out without anesthesia;
no special care is needed;
suitable for all skin types.

The result of treatment depends on the age of scar formation. The size and location of the defect also matters. With the help of laser therapy, it is possible to get rid of the scar by 100%, subject to treatment from the first days of the formation of scar tissue on the skin of the lips, forehead and cheeks. It is necessary to follow all the doctor's recommendations for skin care after this procedure.

You can remove the scar in any part of the body. Most often, a scar on the eyebrow is removed with the help of a dissection, a poor-quality piercing procedure. A scar on the lip that has arisen after a herpes infection can also be removed with a laser.

Interesting! The scar on the nose after rhinoplasty is also removed using laser resurfacing.

Beauty injections for scars on the face

How to get rid of scars on the face? The answer to this question is known to cosmetologists. However, it is better to use the services of doctors if other methods are ineffective.

Injection scar treatment consists of popular mesotherapy and ozone therapy procedures. During these procedures, drugs are injected under the skin. Ozone therapy uses active oxygen or ozone, which improves tissue regeneration, accelerates healing, and gives skin firmness and elasticity. During mesotherapy, several drugs are injected subcutaneously, which are selected by the doctor for each patient individually.

Interesting! The scar on the forehead is easiest to remove with beauty injections. But to hide scars after rhinoplasty in this way will not work.

These procedures help to get rid of scars on the forehead, lips and eyebrows. In this way, a scar on the cheek after plastic surgery, skin defects after acne are usually removed. A course of injections will help hide scars, but it will be possible to get rid of them completely if treatment is started early.

Liquid nitrogen is used to treat hypertrophic scars and keloid scars. This procedure is called cryosurgery. It is carried out in special clinics. Another effective method for removing rough, dense scars is phonophoresis. The procedure consists in deep micromassage of the scar. Under the influence of ultrasound, cell metabolism and local blood circulation are activated. The procedure is well suited for patients with scars formed after rhinoplasty and facelift.

Interesting! During Phonophoresis, the doctor injects cosmetic substances into the skin, which visibly tighten the skin, creating a lifting effect. This procedure increases the elasticity of the skin, helps to hide wrinkles.

Microdermabrasion is another popular procedure that is performed using a special apparatus or cosmetic tools. The procedure allows you to remove the top dead skin cells, evening out the skin tone. Of course, the method helps to hide defects, but a significant disadvantage of this method is pain.

Interesting! Beauticians rarely recommend microdermabrasion after rhinoplasty, as there are many nerve endings in the incision area.

In the hands of a surgeon

The most cardinal method of dealing with a cosmetic defect is surgical treatment. The skin with scar tissue is removed, and the doctor transplants healthy skin in its place. In this case, depending on the size of the scar, as well as the severity of its removal, general or local anesthesia is used. After surgical removal of scars, the patient requires special care. Some complications are possible, such as neuralgia, hematomas and inflammation.

Important! Before surgery, the patient must be examined and tested.

The surgical method allows you to adjust the skin relief. With small-scale interventions, you can reduce the width of the scar, even out the skin. With a complete skin graft, there will be no traces of the defect.

The help of surgeons is necessary for people with extensive and deep scars. Indications for surgery are scars after burns of 3-4 degrees, when the function of the skin is significantly impaired. It is not uncommon for surgeons to perform skin grafts after open rhinoplasty, when an incision is made in the middle of the nose during nose surgery.

Interesting! In closed rhinoplasty, the incision is made inside the nose.

How to prevent scarring?

Scars appear as a result of various skin lesions, with acne, animal bites. It is important to treat wounds at the healing stage, to prevent their infection and suppuration. Only proper care will help prevent the appearance of ugly defects on the skin of the lips, forehead and nose.

If prevention does not help, treatment should be started immediately. In the early stages, vessels that nourish the skin remain in the scar tissue, so the effectiveness of creams and ointments is greatly enhanced, scars heal faster. It is almost impossible to cope with chronic scars without the help of cosmetologists.

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