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Good or Excellent Response
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Strength of Evidence
Moderate Response
49%
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Strength of Evidence
Side Effects
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February 25, 2008
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Cons:
a bit too oily for very oily skin. takes ages to notice a difference
its a nic eproduct but it probebly doesn't work as well for scars as vitimin E. i only use this because the Vitimin E i have is very very thick. i mix this in with pure tea tree oil and it helps with acne. amazing for applying fondation over.
January 8, 2008
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
None
Cons:
Caused me to break out, worse left scars on my face!
I am of East Indian descent and have medium tan skin. I never had acne problems before starting on Mama Lotion - I am in my thirties and wanted it more for its supposed anti-aging properties. I bought the samples. The first couple of times, it worked great. Then ... aargh - acne! And not just pimples, but scars that remain on my skin to this day. I am so upset. I had great clear skin and thoughtlessly spoiled it. Stay away from this product!
November 28, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
It actually works!
Cons:
None
I have been using it on my rather fresh chicken pox scars, only used it on body parts that are exposed, and I really see the difference, I thought I was gonna' have to live with horrible dots for the rest of my life, and this has saved me! PS: I use a drugstore knock off of this product, exact same ingredients for half the price!
November 4, 2007
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
Makes skin soft and smooth. Helps even skin tone, combats dryness, and moisturizes really well.
Cons:
A little greasy at first, but absorbs quickly.
Emu oil has been very beneficial to my skin, I use it on my face, as well as my body after a shower. I am only 29, and it makes me look even younger......like 24 (seriously). It has dramatically helped in evening my skin tone, and it does not cause me to break out at all. My skin is so soft and smooth now, I have had acne for many years, and this has really helped with my scarring. I will continue to use Emu oil from now on.
August 3, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
work on small scars, and does help fade, and cover up scars work very decently but not for deep scars
Cons:
dont work on deep scars and make skin itchy
it is a decent produce for the price would buy it any way just to have it around if get cuts or anything
July 18, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
It seems to be working? Not real sure yet, only used a week and I don't want to say for sure yet.
Cons:
Real dry skin and peely.
It has stopped breakouts, makes my face appear smoother, seems to be fading scars. . . I have only used for a week but haven't gotten a bunch of new cystics or anything and my face is SUPER sensitive. Fair olive skin, marks have NOT gotten darker or anything frightening like that. I can now look in the mirror without disgust so it seems to be working. I will give it more time and repost but as of now, why not try it? I got samples on Ebay and they seem like they will last awhile.
March 8, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
smoother skin, smaller pores, fading scares (or that is still taking awhile of course)
Cons:
ultra dryness if you overuse it
This product does work but you have to really adjust it to your skin type. If you are feeling really dry or getting little bumps then CUT BACK. It will still remain effective because it's all about deep exfoliation. I overused it, couldn't move my face from the tightness and then cut back to once a week. Now I see the results that it talks about and am very impressed. You MUST wear sunscreen with this or you will hyperpigmentate and it won't be the products fault but yours. If you are breaking out in little bumps it means that your skin is getting aggravated so you need to cut back. Try this but be patient with it and don't go all gung ho on it.
March 1, 2007
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
I wanted to wait a few weeks before I rated it - but the results after 1-2 days were amazing! It cleared me up, and any existing bumps.
Cons:
None, zilch
I purchased a high grade product, and i mix 2-3 drops of emu oil with 2-3 drops of tea tree oil. I don't wear a moisturizer - just this mixture, and I really rub it in to my skin. It doesn't smell at all (the emu oil) and because I massage it in, it's not too greasy on my skin - I didn't have oily skin in the first place. I've struggled for a number of years, and while I'll need to give it 6 months before I'm satisfied that it really does work. Price quoted is in NZ dollars.
January 21, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
not sure if it works. been using for about two months about 3-7 times a day (more on weekends when im not in class).
Cons:
very expensive at around 25 bucks a bottle. leaves a filmy residue on your face. a lot of people complain about the smell, but frankly i nor any of my friends have noticed it. they do make fun of me when they see the dried film on my face.
expensive, "your mileage may vary", slow acting, causes itching, leaves filmy residue. neosporin may be a better alternative depending on the application. seems that everyone swears by this stuff, but i personally havent seen the merits of this product. nonetheless, ill continue to use it until the bottle runs out. might as well since i spent so much money on it. ive gotten used to the itch and its kinda theruputic at this point...
December 2, 2006
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Hi. I have or had a bacterial infection which i am on antibiodics for called Hidradenitis Suppurativa. It is an embaressing problem in which blisters, cysts, and pimples form on my anal region. After I have been on antibiodics for about a month, I have not broken out much but I am left with about 8-10 ugly scars on my butt. It makes me self consious about being in a relationship and such, so I started using Mederma today and I am hoping soooo much that it will make the large acne scars go away. Having this condition has really hurt my self esteem while being in college. So I will get back to you guys soon if I see any changes on the scars. Let's all hope Mederma does miracles!!!
Pros:
It make my skin feel really soft and mosterised especsially after harsh cleansing products that dry me out.