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You are Not Your Scars

December 28th, 2012 • Posted by Essential Skincare & Wellness Studio • Permalink

It is always fun to hear the story behind the scar. It reminds you of when you fell out of the tree, had surgery on your wrist, or got too close to the stove and suffered burns from spitting oil. Some scars are not revealed as they are hidden under clothing, yet others are out in the open for everyone to see.  Time does aid in the fading of scars but not everyone has this level of patience.  There are some solutions to healing and fading scars and have a few tips to get you started:

 

• Consider microdermabrasion. To really attack scars, especially those on the face, a procedure called microdermabrasion can be performed. This procedure, which basically removes a layer of skin, is quite common. It's used to revitalize the skin and reduce the appearance of raised scars.
• Massage. If you have a scar that bugs you, point it out to your therapist before your next massage. During a full body massage, your practitioner can spend a little extra time massaging the troubled spot. A massage can break down the dense bands of collagen that build up around the scar. After your appointment, a quick 30-second self massage over the scar can help too.
• Use sunblock. It's vital to protect the scar from the sun's harmful rays. By shielding the scar from the sun, it decreases the likelihood of hyperpigmentation, where the scar turns color.
• Ask about skin care products. Chat with our skin care expert and see if there is a product they can suggest to help your individual scars fade.