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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March 25, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Cons:
Little peeling here and there, minor
All I want to know is how long does it usually take before there is a noticeable change in acne scar fading. I'm now using the samples which I've been using now 2 weeks for every other night as directed. It does make your skin smooth but before I started using this the meds that I were on left me with smooth skin but with acne scars. I can't say I've seen a diff in scar lightening whereas some ppl have seen significant results within a week. I'm wondering if this stuff is working before I go ahead and order the full size bottle. Do you think I should stick it out? Is it likely that I will see improvements if I haven't seen any after 2 weeks of use?
March 23, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
it does make my face peel but it doesn't bother me.My face feel smoother and softer and scars are fading VERY FAST
Cons:
none
it seems to help my pimples heal very fast and dry up in about 3-4 days and fades the scar good...i tried a lot of this type of face cream this is by far the best i have tried ,,...I am surprised that it improved my skin so much and i have been using it not even a week.I have chiken pox scar on my face since i was 9 and i am now 24 and ITs fading oh my gosh!!!can you imagine how it makes me feels and that didnt even takae a week..i'll write my review agian in 1 month to let you all know what it will do to my face..oh by the way i use it everyday...and it seems to be fine i have used products with aha and bha before so ...maybe thats why the stinging doesn't bother me!!....i am very pleased so far and people ITS ONLY BEEN 4 DAYS
March 14, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
I have always been ashamed of my scars from teenage acne. 2 weeks ago I began using Mederma on the deep pits on my cheeks. I keep it on 24/7 and reapply throughout the day. I am consistant with my treatment. Very pleased! Face is so smooth!!!!!!!!
Cons:
No Cons with this product! Scent is fine and got used to film over scars! That just reminds me its doing its job! Mederma has changed my self esteem. Just after 2 weeks I cant tell amazing result. I will continue this treatment for months longer! :)
I never looked in the mirror without being reminded of those ugly acne scars. Just after 2 weeks I am shocked at the improvement! My face has always been pitted with ugly scars. I dont know how this stuff works but I am so impressed! I recommend Mederma but in order to receive good results you must be faithful in using it. I wash my face each morning and them apply a small amount to the scars. When I go to the bathroom I always reapply a tiny bit to the areas just to make sure its on there good. It stays on all day and night. I wanted fast improvement so I decided to just keep it on all the time! I have never been so impressed with a product in my life! Faaast improvement!!! I have spent thousands of dollars on laser treatments to help these scars but only Mederma has came through for me! $20 a tube is a cheep price for smooth skin on a woman who has always dreamed of a clear and smooth complexion. Mederma has made my dream become reality. Thank you Mederma!! Highly Recommended!!
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.
February 12, 2007
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
I used the Mederma for Kids so there was rather a fuity smell left and another plus was no film was left after drying. Results were visible in just a week!
Cons:
I have a pretty busy day and so putting this on three times a day proved a little difficult. Another things with the kids version was that you have to be careful that too much doesn't come out at one time.
My scars covered my arm. I had been reduced to always wearing long sleeve shirts to hide the scars. With the summer coming on I really wanted to be able to wear short sleeves again. After two weeks of use I didn't feel the need to pull down my long sleeves any more. After just three weeks I can not even see half the scars any more. This product worked great.
February 1, 2007
Product used: MaMa (Lotion)
Pros:
Gets your hopes up...
Cons:
Drys your face LIKE CRAZY.
Doesnt work...
I have been using Mama lotion for over a month and see NO CHANGES in the way my face looks or feels... Well, my scars are a little darker than they were before... Waste of money and time.
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...
January 7, 2007
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
Excellent moisturizer, are slowly fading my red marks, have not had one breakout while using this oil.
Cons:
Smells funky, an army of ants somehow attacked my bottle (a disgusting site), now I must keep it in a ziplock bag. Has not done much for my shallow rolling scars.
I would purchase emu oil again. This is my first time using this product and my skin feels so amazingly soft. I thought I would breakout with this oil but to my suprise, I haven't at all. I can wear it under my makeup, but after 30 min my face starts looking really shiny so I'd rather not keep reapplying makeup, so I choose to use it only while staying home or before bed.
January 1, 2007
Product used: Emu Oil
Pros:
calms skin
reduces redness overnight
makes crows feet appear less noticeable
Cons:
none
Emu oil should be white and creamy with no odour. If yours has an odour, it is not of good quality. Spend the extra $ for the good stuff. Also, a little goes a long way. Only use a tiny bit at night. My face is never greasy when I go to bed because I massage only a small amount into my skin using my ring finger for my whole face, not just around my eyes. I had redness and peeling from doctor presc. acne medication. The stuff was too harsh for my sensitive skin. My face was raw and tight. I used emu oil for one night and my face was significantly better. Also, after only 2 nights, my active lesions are a lot less "hot". I'm hooked.
Pros:
Smoothes skin