How Do I Heal Scars on the Face?

Scarring on the face can heal when cared for properly.

Scars on the face can be caused from a variety of things -- acne, piercings or an injury, to name just a few. And unlike scars in areas that can be covered by clothing, scars on the face are noticeable, and many people feel self-conscious about them. Once scarring occurs, it can be extremely stubborn and hard to heal. Time and patience, along with a few basic tips will help heal scars on the face and potentially make them less noticeable.

Things You'll Need

• 100 percent silicone gel or cream
• Water

Instructions

1. Apply 100 percent silicone gel or cream to the area that is scarred. If you can manage to apply the cream when the wound is healing, you can cut down on the amount of scar tissue that will form.

2. Leave the topical cream or gel on the scar overnight. It will help retain the moisture around the scar, which ultimately helps the scar go down in size. It will also help any redness fade.

3. Apply the cream or gel every night for sixty to ninety days to achieve the best results. Healing a scar takes a lot of time, patience and diligence.

4. Drink lots of water. The water will flush the toxins out of your system and promote quick skin growth and healing.

5. Consider discussing plastic surgery with a professional if the scarring does not heal. Gel or cream that is 100 percent silicone is used after laser skin surgery to promote the healing of scars.

References

• Mayo Clinic; What's the Best Treatment for Acne Scars?; Lawrence E. Gibson, M.D.
• Scar Treatment Association: Scar Treatment: What you Need to Know About Scars
• "Women's Health": The 25 Best Things You Can Do for Your Skin; Sarah Mahoney
• Scar Treatment Association; Best Scar Treatment -- A Comparison of Which Natural Therapies Work. And Those That Don't; December 2009