How to Cover a Scar

A scar can be an embarrassment to many people, impacting not only their physical appearance, but their self-esteem as well. There are many ways to remove a scar, but these ways are expensive, may involve health risks and may not fully remove it. However, a cheaper and less risky option is covering the scar with makeup rather than removing it.

Instructions

1. Go to a professional cosmetician so you can find makeup that will smoothly cover your scar and that matches your skin tone perfectly. You can also have a cosmetician walk you through the steps so you know how to apply your makeup, your scar is completely covered and the makeup looks natural.

2. Apply a moisturizer such as vitamin-E first. Vitamin E will help soften your scar, making it easier for your makeup to blend over the scar. In addition, long-term use of vitamin E may help lessen the appearance of the scar.

3. Place a liquid concealer over the top of your scar. Start with a little bit gently blending it into the scar; you can always add more later. It doesn't matter if this doesn't match your skin tone perfectly because you're going to cover it with other makeup. If your scar is fairly light, feel free to skip this step.

4. Blend your foundation or makeup designed to cover scars, such as Dermacolor into the concealer or into the scar using your fingertips or a sponge. Again, start with a small amount and add more if needed. If the scar is on your face, make sure the foundation is carefully blended into the rest of your make-up.

5. Dust a light coat of powder over your scar. This will help set the make-up, and make it less shiny and obvious.

Tips & Warnings

• Speak to your care provider or a cosmetician about permanent ways to remove a scar, such as with surgery or laser removal.

Resources

• Go to Stage and Theatre Make-up to purchase products designed to minimize the appearance of scars.
• Go to Kryolan's website for Dermacolor products.