Mederma Skin Care for Scars on Kids
At one point or another, most children will get a few bumps and bruises. Many will get injuries that can leave scars. Young children are usually not bothered by unsightly scars, but as they get older they will care more about their appearance. Using Mederma Skin Care for Scars for Kids may help to reduce the appearance of your child's scar.
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Features
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Mederma Skin Care for Scars for Kids (Mederma for Kids) is a non-toxic product. It contains Cepalin, an onion extract, which helps to smooth scars. This greaseless topical gel goes on purple and dries clear as it is massaged into the scar. The gel has a child-friendly scent and is non-staining. Mederma for Kids is the most highly pediatrician-recommended product for kids' scars.
Function
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Scars in children can be caused by accidents such as cuts, scrapes, burns, bug bites and surgeries. Most scars cannot be completely removed, but their appearance can be significantly improved. Drastic measures, such as surgery or steroid injections, can be taken to make scars less noticeable, but they can be costly and painful. Applying Mederma for Kids can reduce the visibility of the scar by improving the color, texture and softness of the scar. It can be used on kids ages two and older to smooth the appearance of your child's scar, as well as to reduce redness.
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Time Frame
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Once your child's wound has completely healed, or after stitches have been removed, start using Mederma for Kids. For older scars, start using Mederma for Kids immediately. Coat the scar with a thin layer of Mederma for Kids and massage it in three times per day. For new scars, use for 8 weeks. Older scars should be treated for three to six months.
Significance
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A study conducted by Merz Pharmaceuticals in December of 2004 showed that patients who use Mederma for Kids noticed significant improvements in their fourth and eighth weeks of application. Patients reported to notice an improvement in both the appearance of the scar, and in the texture and overall feel of the scar. Mederma reportedly reduced the appearance of the scar and improved the softness of it.
Warning
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A study conducted by Merz Pharmaceuticals in December of 2004 showed that Mederma for Kids has a minimal likelihood of causing irritation or allergic reaction in children. In the eight-week study, the only side effect reported was mild dryness in the area of application.
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