Good or Excellent Response
13%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Moderate Response
49%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Side Effects
Low
How to Get It
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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February 24, 2012
Product used: Zenmed (Skin Eraser Kit)
Cons:
Harsh, and abrasive. Will cause more irritation, and more acne. Can damage your skin further if you have sensitive or think skin
Great for people with thick skin, I really wanted this stuff to work, so it was a big bummer. I will stick to more gentler aha's
January 12, 2012
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
It worked for a little while, I applied it as directed, for three weeks and the SCAR, WHICH IS ON MY LEG improved a lot.
Cons:
I suddenly had a TERRIBLE, severe allergic reaction, after applying bio-oil twice a day for three weeks
MY HANDS AND FACE SWELLED SEVERELY, AND MY EYES SWELLED SHUT
(AND I WAS USING BIO-OIL ON MY LEG ONLY) I had huge, itchy, sore red welts for three days, I was in AGONY I will NEVER use this product nor recommend Bio-oil to anyone again, I thought I was going to die, and needed hospital treatment
December 13, 2011
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
none
Cons:
see below
We bought a two pack bio oil at COSTCO #548656 when my wife got it home she found it was impossible to open scissors did not work so she had to use a knife and cut herself in the process. The packaging of this product is ridiculous and and not worth the effort to open it. Its too bad that this is the best they can do. Definitely do not care about their customers for it is not customer friendly. Recommend you look for something more customer friendly!!! I plan to return it to COSTCO.
December 3, 2011
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
Reduced redness AT FIRST
Smells nice
Little goes a long way
Can wear under makeup
Cons:
Cost
Itchy skin
(used for acne scars) Caused a bad bumpy rash all over my face after about 3 weeks. The redness that disappeared after 3 weeks returned 10 fold. My face hurts and feels burnt and looks worse than it did before. I'm so disappointed. :(
Be careful with this product. I can't recommend it, sadly.
September 6, 2011
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
no pros
Cons:
It broke me out terribly. I just used it for 3 days and it broke me out. My left cheek got many pimples because of it. I can't believe it, now I don't want to go out any more.
Never try any mederma product again
August 25, 2011
Pros:
moisturizes
Cons:
doesnt work waisted my time and $
this thing sucks
August 23, 2011
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Nice scent
Cons:
First this item is expensive. Secondly, my face was covered in pimples, especially in areas where I rarely got acne. Not only did bio-oil give me breakouts with every use but now, I am left with acne scars! My chin area is especially covered with the scars that bio oil gave me. It has been 2 months since I stopped using the product and I'm left with dark acne scars that look hideous.
This is absolutely the worst product to use if you are trying to rid your adult acne.
Don't use this product if you are prone to breakouts. Bio oil leaves you with nothing but more acne and acne scars. I now have to wait 3-4 months before the scars fade completely.
July 24, 2011
Product used: Revitol (Scar Cream)
Pros:
Just slightly softens raises scars
Cons:
It does not have any effect whatsoever on both raised or depressed (acne) scars
I ordered this product from the Revitol company which claimed to be the only scar cream to reduce the appearance of acne/depressed scars, but after using it religiously for 3 weeks now still no imrovement, but noticed it has slightly softened my raised scar. Im planning to return the unused bottles. Does not work...it is all scam
July 4, 2011
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Nice fresh scent, does not stain clothes, a little application goes a long way to make skin smooth.
Cons:
Expensive and does not prevent stretch marks during pregnancy. Only acts as a moisturizer.
I am 32, I bought and begun applying Bio Oil from my first month of pregnancy and used through my delivery (and 4 weeks post delivery). I applied Bio Oil to my hips, thighs, breasts and stomach religiously 3+ times per day as I kept a bottle at work, at home and in my car for constant application. Despite the consistent application to my skin, stretch marks appeared and remained after my pregnancy. This was my first pregnancy and I did not mind the expense of purchasing a large amount of Bio Oil as I thought it would aid in avoiding me developing stretch marks. My advise is do not waste your money if you are looking to use as a preventative for stretch marks. Rather, use any type of moisturizing cream as I am living proof stretch marks are genetic. I am small framed and only gained 25 pounds with this 1st pregnancy.
June 9, 2011
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Smells good
Easy to get
Cheap
Cons:
Broke me out like mad after one night on cheeks
I broke out like crazy after one night using this product. I had a little acne on my forehead at the beginning and my sister recommended it to me for scarring and because I had nothing on my cheeks etc, I thought it would be a good thing to put over my whole face since I had really dry skin. Silly me I duno why I even did it because next day I woke up with loads of big zits everywhere. I was so upset because I was upset with my forehead as it was already and ever since that day I have use it, I have acne everywhere now. I hate this product.
Pros:
This would be great for someone with very thick skin. I have very thin, sensitive skin and this just about destroyed it! Good news it did remove my scar, but it added new problems almost worse than the scar!