How to Repair Scars on the Scalp

Scalp scars are often the result of injury, acne or psoriasis.

Some common causes of unattractive scalp scars are acne, psoriasis and head injuries. Scars on your scalp may limit and, in some cases even discourage, hair growth, leaving your hair difficult to manage. Depending on the severity of your scars, some treatments can heal the skin and even promote new hair growth in the area. In some severe cases, you may require surgery.

Instructions

1. Treat acne on the scalp with an acne wash containing salicylic acid. Dip a cotton ball in the solution and apply it to the scalp two to three times daily. Healing the acne is essential to reduce the amount of scarring on your scalp.

2. Use a prescription steroid ointment to minimize itching. Wash regularly with a coal tar shampoo to reduce scaling and itch, which prevents scratching that could lead to scalp scarring.

3. Massage your scalp regularly to promote blood flow that can reduce scar tissue build-up and help lessen the appearance of scars.

4. Have a plastic surgeon evaluate your scalp scars. Depending on the severity of the scar, some surgeries, like scalp flap surgery and scalp reduction surgery, can repair scar tissue.

References

• Fat Free Kitchen: Home Remedies for Acne
• Natural Skin Repair: Scalp Psoriasis
• Fitness and Diet: Solutions to Scalp Scarring