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.
Used Topical Treatments? Rate It:
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August 11, 2009
Product used: Elicina (Original Crema de Caracol Snail Cream)
Pros:
Beautiful skin after about 2 weeks
Cons:
Bit expensive for such a small jar
Cystic pimples are super stubborn when they do appear, they can stay on my face (mainly cheeks) for up to 2 weeks. After about 2 weeks of using Elicina the pimples started getting smaller, weren't as red and didn't hurt as much. It didn't get rid of my acne entirely - I didn't continue to use it after I had finished the jar as it was a bit dear for me - but it leaves the skin beautiful. It's great, I have recommended it to friends because I am that confident in this product =)
August 5, 2009
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Fades scars, tones skin, softer skin
Cons:
none
I like this product because it has helped reduce my scars. Makes skin tone better and softer. Great price
July 24, 2009
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
it has faded my acne scars pretty well in a shorter time than i expected though they are still somewhat noticeable
Cons:
It was itchy the first few times i used it but you really have to rub it in and Im not to fond of the smell or the price
Try to be consistent (at least 3 times a day) and be very patient for results. I have been dealing with acne scars for three years or so after being of acutane. Being in college this didn't really help my self-esteem but after using this product for about a month i have seen more results than with any other product ive tried
July 21, 2009
Product used: Bio-Oil (Skincare Oil)
Pros:
Great moisturizer,evens skintone,reduce scars from acne and gives a rosy complextion
Cons:
Nothing
It works with time,I've been using bio oil for 2 months and still wants better results,but it really works
July 14, 2009
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
It works after about 2-3 months but thats only on face, I havent tried it on the body yet.
Cons:
It's expensive!
$20.00 for this is so expensive but other than that it works after a couple months and it's pretty good. But I had a posion ivy scar and it didnt work on it yet so idk I might have to keep trying on it. But for acne yeah it works and it doesent make you break out and you can use it as a moisturizer and it wont break you out.
July 13, 2009
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
Toned down my previous acne scars
didnt completely remove it though
might have to use it more consistently
Cons:
made my skin itch like hell when it is on
but i sort of enjoy it
might smell abit odd too
even if it doesnt work, it harmless
just give a bad(good) itch
July 5, 2009
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
Been using generously for two weeks and has significantly faded a scar on my nose. I can't wait to see what happens in a few more weeks!
Cons:
Very expensive. If I'm going to use it for another 4-5 month on other scars I have to maybe purchase 4 tubes. at 20-30 bucks a tube, thats around 100+ dollars on Mederma.
It works! Give it some time. It's a miracle product, but just give it time...
July 2, 2009
Pros:
Soft skin, gets rid of scars slowly but surely
Cons:
U have to be consistent when using this product
It takes quite a while tonotice a difference, but i like using the stick one when my skin is really dry and flaky, ill sleep with it and my skin soft in the morning, use a good exfoliator.
June 19, 2009
Product used: Mederma (Advanced Scar Gel)
Pros:
It works!
Cons:
Slight itchyness
I have super sensitive skin so am not able to use it more than twice a day due to itchyness. I have used it for a couple months now and have had some scars completely disappear and the others have lightened quite a bit! Now my skin doesnt even break out it's AMAZING, love it!
Pros:
works