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Moderate Response
49%
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Strength of Evidence
Side Effects
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Have a dermatologist or plastic surgeon? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find a dermatologist or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find a plastic surgeon. Topical Treatments are also available over-the-counter.
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October 9, 2006
Product used: Clear Skincare (Copper Peptides)
Cons:
Usefulness in reversing wrinkles and acne scarring is mostly theory, but based on its effectiveness with wound healing, results can take several months to appear
This is a very inexpensive way to encourage the healing of acne scarring. It is based on activating the skin's natural wound healing response which is an important factor in removing scarring. When combined with other procedures such as chemical peels and laser resurfacing, the results are superior than when either procedure is performed alone. Scientific evidence does suggest copper peptides (CPs) can heal scars on their own, but combining it with other procedures provides a "synergistic effect." While the other treatments remove damaged tissue and scars, CPs promote the growth of healthy, unblemished skin. My results so far with CPs and chemical peels have been very promising, and I believe that the CPs have given quicker results. Dr. Loren Pickart formulates very potent CPs and has a very useful website which presents the evidence of CP's efficacy and how it relates to skin-remodeling.
November 25, 2012
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
Gentle
Natural
Excellent substitute for eye cream
Cons:
Worsened acne!
Expensive
Hard to find
I bought emu oil on Amazon and it has not helped my acne whatsoever. I don't want this purchase to go to waste, so I've been using it as a nighttime eye moisturizer and the results have been beautiful (it lengthens and strengthens your eyelashes).
February 17, 2010
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
- Cheap
- Available in chemists, pharmacies..etc
Cons:
- Did not lighten scars
- Did nothing for stretch marks
- Oily
I used the entire bottle but it did not do anything for my scars or acne. I also experimented on my body stretch marks and it did nothing. It was gentle on my skin but just made it feel extra oily on my already extremely oily skin.
Good if you have dry or flaky skin.
November 15, 2009
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
heals burns, reduces marks left by acne, moisturizes dry skin, evens out skin tone, goes great under mineral makeup
Cons:
can be a bit oily and I dont fully trust it yet to not cause more acne
I have been using Emu oil on and off for about 3 months now and I love it. It cleared this sun spot I had on my finger in less than a week. It works great on uneven skin tone like that. It hasn't caused me more acne and I'm really prone to acne, however, I don't use it everyday. I have been using it lately because my retin A combined with the dry cold air right now is drying my skin out like I've never experienced before; emu oil is the best moisturizer for that kind of problem I've found. I love the way it looks on my skin - it makes my skin look really healthy when I use it. I definitely use it after I get a micro or laser treatment and it works great as a healing agent. I love emu oil and I don't think it causes more acne, but I'm not confident enough to put in on every night yet.
October 2, 2009
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
light, not bad smelling, clear, works
Cons:
not as good results on acne scars v. regular scars... then again, the acne scars are older and I am not done usig mederma...
Works good on old or new scars, but expect to wait a while for good results.
On a scar I got on my knee, this worked GREAT and now the fairly new scar is barely visible when before it was very light compared the rest of my tan skin.
:)
June 13, 2009
Product used: Mother of Pearl (Anti-Scar Cream)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Didn't work
After using this for over a month I have to say that this simply didn't work for me. Mostly I put it on once a day. One thing, these reviews are about at least two different products. I used the one from Britain that was rated best by one of the newspapers there. The other product people are reviewing can be picked up at local drugstores here in the US.
November 28, 2008
Product used: Mother of Pearl (Anti-Scar Cream)
Pros:
I use Concha Nacar de Perlop. Lightens scars & actually helps them fill in
Cons:
If you leave it on any longer than you're supposed to, you will get a crazy amount of blackheads. Blackheads are more of a tragedy to me than to most people because mine turn into cysts
It works, just make sure you have a blackhead scrub or something on hand just in case. also, make sure you use this BEFORE the rest of your regimen NOT after
November 20, 2008
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
lightened skin, helped with acne scarring (ice pick)
It does not smell bad and absorbs very quickly.
Cons:
stings a bit, skin flakes excessively at first
I would recommend this product for hyperpigmentation...also it works fairly well on acne scarring (although you need to give it several months to see some kind of significant difference).
Makes face soft as a babys bottom with continued use along with a good moisturizer..
Mama, you've met your papa in me ;)
February 22, 2008
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Moisturizes without clogging pores. Reduces shine on forehead. Makes my skin feel smooth and soft. Makes my complexion rosy. Works really well under mineral makeup. Great for men and women as there's no overpowering aroma. Reasonably priced.
Cons:
none. maybe b/c it's an oil people think it will clog pores, it totally doesn't. i've tried a ton of other "face oils" that all have clogged my pores in the past...but this one doesn't
Try this for a week. My mom originally bought this for my stretch marks and it seems to really moisturize my skin well, so when i started using retin-a and my skin got really dry and flakey, i thought, why not try this. i first only used it before i'd go to the gym, which is where i first noticed that it took away the shine that i usually have on my forehead (after rubbing it in of course). But then i also noticed my skin started glowing a little more and the zit scars that usually take a week to two to go away (while using retin a) would peel off quicker with the bio oil. So, then i started using it in the mornings under my mineral makeup and it helped the makeup to glide on smoothly. I've been using it now for a month and I'm quite satisfied. I use it day/night/before the gym...after a facial steam. i rub it into zits and it seems to help them disappear too!!!! I recommend everyone to at least TRY IT! it's only $13.
November 23, 2007
Product used: Mother of Pearl (Anti-Scar Cream)
Pros:
I used concha nacar de perlop cream that I purchased at the drug store. It is a bleaching cream that is very inexpensive (about $6). Takes away acne pigmentation/scarring and helped with my acne.
Cons:
Have to leave it on the affected areas for 30 minutes to an hour. It's like a mask but doesn't dry so its feels kinda goopy.
Good stuff that has worked better than some of the prescription acne medications I have tried. Leaves the skin feeling smooth overall. You have to be consistent though any try to use it as often as possible for maximum results. This product is highly recommended.
Pros:
Backed by scientific evidence from independent studies proving its efficacy in wound-healing and cosmetic skin improvement, a natural anti-inflammatory, easily tolerated on the skin