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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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June 11, 2008
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Cons:
If you don't rub it in until it dries, it WILL flake and make your skin unbelievably itchy. Just be patient, and be sure to apply it as much as you can throughout the day.
IT WORKS.
May 23, 2008
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
I don't really have scars from acne, just red marks. It's made them less purple and more to the color red.
Cons:
I can't apply it 4x a day. It makes my skin red wherever its been after i get out of the shower.
Hmm. I can use it when I don't have a breakout and I do see a difference in a week or so. I just absolutely hate that it leaves my skin SUPER itchy
December 22, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
Fades red marks quickly, sometimes kills the pimple
Cons:
MADE MY CYSTIC ACNE COME BACK, DRY SKIN
i bought a sample of mama lotion thinking that it would work for me since i heard good reviews. Unfortunately, mama lotion made my break out cystic acne that i havent had since i finished accutane. It is good for scars but not for active acne.
December 18, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
I just want to say that the directions do say that for old scars you have to use it 3-4 times a day for 3-6 months.
Cons:
So all these people complaining that it doesn't work also say that they only have been using it for a month or so.
You have to follow the directions and not be lazy about it. Just be patient and it will work.
I have a fresh scar and have been using it for about a month and see significant results already. I also started using it on an old scar and see a little bit of results already.
It does itch and get a little flaky but its a temporary drawback to get rid of a big scar. I am using the Walgreens generic brand.
December 12, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
soft & smooth skin, more even-toned skin
Cons:
stings a little-but worth it
The first night, I put it on half my face. The morning after,I woke up and thought that I had a dream during the night that half my face had turned baby smooth. Not so! I felt both sides of my face and the one that I used the MaMa Lotion on was amazingly silky feeling. I then realized it wasn't a dream - it was real. It just seemed too good to be true, because I had battled oily skin, acne, rough patches, and alternating dryness from acne products for over 30 years. I have now been using it every other night for 2 weeks and I am extremely pleased with the results. This lotion has done more for my face than a $900 chemical peel that I had performed by a doctor.
November 2, 2007
Product used: Elicina (Original Crema de Caracol Snail Cream)
Pros:
prevents breakouts, evens out scars, relatively mild actually.
Cons:
not moisturising. not sure of long time effects.
I have used this product for some three weeks. Must say it works wonders, already after two day I started noticing my skin calming down. It makes my skin tissue feel so much helthier, and smooth! My scars are disappearing slowly, but hopefully they will fade out for real. For the first time in years I haven't experience the daily breakouts! Even during the premenstrual period! Whenever I feel like something is itching to break out, I just clean the face and put Elicina. This sounds like an ad, but its just that I want more people to try this out, especially for those who suffer from small acne scars.
Has to be mentioned though; have cut out on sugar and carboz(epecially these stuff combined with hardened fat!). Started working out, sauna and lots of water going down! Some vit B, and omega 3 as well.
August 30, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
really does make the scar fade
Cons:
it smells terrible, leaves a "dry skin" looking flake to your skin, itches, redness
RUB IT IN FOR A LONG TIME . it takes away most itch
August 6, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
Face looks very clear and even color.
Cons:
Just the flaking, but well worth it.
I have been using this product for about 2 months and LOVE it! I don't have acne, bought it because of aging. My face looks so very clear and even colored. Small lines seem to be evened out. I use it at night. If it is too sticky, you are probably using too much. I am now alternating nights with a Retinol cream.
August 2, 2007
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
clears hyperpigmentation from old scars, reduced dog attack scars, affordable, doesn't cause breakouts on my super sensitive skin, feels nice on the skin
Cons:
um...its oily...yeah, because IT IS OIL
i have been using emu oil for about 3 weeks as recommended by my massage therapist for its anti-inflammitory qualities. it has not only reduced old scarring from acne, but has kept my comlexion even and mostly acne-free. i was using proactiv which was also helping--however, i was still getting cystic acne deep under the skin on my jawline (which was casuing scarring). since using emu oil, i have had only small surface zits-- that means less scarring in the future too. AND- i have been using it on my punture wounds on my arm from where a huge dog bit me a few months ago and the scars are not only lighter but softer too. just can't believe the answer to my problems is sooo cheap and so basic. I was actually considering laser treatments!
July 28, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
It works! I had a severe case of breaking out & was left with pretty bad scars. Never having this problem prior to age 30, I was desperate. My scars have faded significantly enough to not need make-up to hide...but when I do I use Bare Minerals
Cons:
The smell & it's sticky...length of drying time
It works, would recommend. Even noticed fine lines fade.
Pros:
It smells great - it's easy to put on - and if you apply it correctly, it evens out your skin tone. I've had red acne scars all over my cheeks for two years, and this stuff is making them fade away!