Creams for scars and scars on the face after acne

Scars and cicatrices are formed as a result of cell regeneration on skin damaged by various factors. Such defects can ruin the life of any person. Entire industries have been created to eliminate them, for example, aesthetic medicine. But radical surgical methods are not always necessary and available. The advantages of creams for facial scars are that they are always affordable, easy to use, and sold without a prescription, along with other cosmetics.

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Indications of facial scar creams

Scars occur after injuries, surgeries, inflammatory skin diseases, and common acne. This is a natural process by which the skin heals with the formation of connective fibrous tissue.

• For shallow defects, absorbent and softening agents are used. For deep damage, more effective methods are required, and creams for facial scars perform an auxiliary function.

Experts know that it is easier to treat scars at the skin surface level (so-called normotrophic). In the case of hyper- and atrophic scars, cosmetic and surgical methods are indicated. Practice shows that fresh defects are easier to treat than old ones.

Among the indications for the use of creams for facial scars, preventive purposes should be noted. In particular, they are effective for preventing the occurrence of scars from cuts and wounds, as well as stretch marks - during pregnancy or a sharp change in weight.

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Release form

Creams for facial scars are based on silicone or sodium heparin. Silicone moisturizes and protects the face, increases skin elasticity. Sodium heparin is a natural anticoagulant that directly affects coagulation factors.

Names of creams for facial scars:

• Zeraderm Ultra;
• Scarguard;
• Kelo-kot gel;
• Mederma;
• Kelifobraza;
• Fermencol;
• Contratubex;
• Dermatix;
• Clearwin;
• Cordran;
• Medgel;
• Diprospan;
• Aldara.

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Cream for acne scars on face

Scars are caused by cicatricial changes in skin exposed to damaging factors. They cause a lot of inconvenience, and the vast majority of people want to get rid of such defects. Acne scars are formed when rashes spread into the deeper layers.

Ointments, gels, creams for facial scars are an affordable alternative to expensive plastic procedures. Efficiency depends on the ingredients. The recipe for quality creams takes into account the structural features of the facial skin, its thinness, softness, and tenderness.

• Cream for acne scars on the face "Sledocit" relieves inflammation, stimulates regeneration, promotes cleansing and smoothing of the relief. Prevents the appearance of new scars. "Sledocit" is also effective on other parts of the body. Apply the preparation no more than 2 times in a thin layer.

The popular product "Dermatix" with silicone affects old scars and cicatrices. It is considered a harmless drug, does not contain components that affect internal organs.

The application has its own peculiarities: first, the problem area is washed with soap and wiped dry, then Dermatix is applied and left for 5 minutes. During this time, the cream should be completely absorbed; before that, it should not be covered or the area should be lubricated with other preparations.

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Face Scar Cream for Kids

Cream for scars on the face for children must be selected especially carefully. After all, children's skin is more delicate and vulnerable than that of adults. Zeraderm Ultra is the cream for scars on the face for children that doctors recommend more often than others.

• Zeraderm Ultra forms a water-repellent film on the surface, which also protects against ultraviolet radiation and temperature fluctuations. In addition, the membrane has a therapeutic effect at the molecular level. The product is applied twice a day, the course of treatment is 2 months.

Creams for facial scars are effective for shallow skin damage or for preventive purposes. For deep scars, cosmetic products can only be used as additional therapeutic agents.

Pharmacodynamics

The peculiarity of pharmacodynamics of creams for facial scars is that they act locally and do not affect the whole body. Their task is to soften, reduce the size of the scar, eliminate tightness and pigmentation of the skin.

Under the influence of active ingredients, the spread of connective tissue is limited, keloid tissue is absorbed. Due to the restoration of water balance in the upper layers of the skin, the surface becomes smooth and elastic.

Pharmacokinetics

The components of the creams for facial scars act in such a way as to reduce the growth of connective tissue and restore the normal structure. In this case, fibrinolytic, anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, keratolytic action is manifested. Pharmacokinetics consists in inhibiting the proliferation of keloid fibroblasts and normalizing cellular regeneration.

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Dosing and administration

To achieve the effect, cosmetologists recommend following the instructions in the annotations for using scar creams for the face. In such cases, maximum efficiency is achieved, and side effects are excluded.

• Creams for facial scars are intended for topical external use. They are usually applied in a thin layer and left until absorbed.

But there are also some peculiarities. For example, Scarguard liquid cream is applied with a special brush. The resulting film compresses and softens the tissues, protecting them from external factors. The treatment period depends on the depth of the lesion and can last for months.

Kelofibrase cream is used 3-4 times a day, massaging problem areas until completely absorbed.

Zeraderm Ultra is useful for scars not only on the face, but also in the décolleté area. The invisible film formed after application is compatible with everyday cosmetics and serves as a base for makeup.

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Use of facial scar creams during pregnancy

Many instructions prohibit the use of various drugs during pregnancy. Creams for facial scars are different, some of them do not contain components harmful to children and expectant mothers. For example, Kontratubeks can be used from the 4th month of pregnancy.

But expectant mothers are better off playing it safe and consulting their doctor about any issue, including scars or other facial defects. Perhaps this issue should be put off until the baby sees the world and the mother's health is fully restored.

Contraindications

Contraindications for the use of creams for facial scars:

• hypersensitivity to ingredients;
• open wounds, purulent inflammations;
• pathological processes and neoplasms in the scar area;
• Do not apply creams near eyes and mucous membranes.

The skin on the face is more delicate than on other parts of the body. Therefore, creams for scars on the face cannot always be replaced by others intended for the rest of the skin. And in general, it is important to use any cosmetics for their intended purpose.

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Side effects of facial scar creams

In case of hypersensitivity, inconsistency with the skin type or failure to follow the recommendations, side effects of creams for facial scars are possible. They appear at the place of application, in the form of an allergic reaction: rash, burning, itching, irritation. In this case, the application of the product is stopped until the unwanted effects disappear.

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Overdose

Overdosage of facial scar creams has not been observed.

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Interactions with other drugs

Negative interactions with other drugs are possible if the cream for facial scars is applied after any cosmetic or pharmaceutical product. Incompatibility of drugs can cause a side effect that will adversely affect the healing processes of the skin. Therefore, such interactions should be avoided.

Storage conditions

Room temperature, a dry, clean place, protected from children and animals - these are probably all the storage conditions for creams for facial scars (unless otherwise indicated on the packaging).

It is important to close the tubes and jars tightly after each use, and to observe the temperature conditions. Exposure to sunlight is not recommended and, as a rule, refrigeration is not required.

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Shelf life

The shelf life of facial scar creams can vary between 3 and 5 years. This depends on the composition, quantity, and storage conditions. After the expiration date, facial scar creams lose their effectiveness and can cause adverse reactions.

Choosing a scar cream for the face is a responsible matter, and independence here can play a cruel joke: not only fail to eliminate, but also aggravate the problem, for example, with an allergic reaction or dermatitis. Therefore, you can begin to fight scars and other defects only after consulting a cosmetologist or dermatologist.