Do you have a scar? If so, you may be looking for ways to reduce it. Fortunately, there are more and more things you can do yourself to treat the spot. Are you curious about what you can do to reduce your scar? Then read on quickly.

What types of scars are there?

There are different types of scars. And whether from chicken pox or major surgery, most can be treated in a similar way. These are the types of scars:

• Hypertrophic scars: thick, red and stay within the confines of where the wound was;
• Keloids: grow outside the edges of the wound and are often thick and firm;
• Atrophic scars: sunken pits in the skin, often due to acne or chicken pox;
• Contraction scars: pull the skin together, usually occur after burns;
• Flat scars: are lighter in color and heal quietly, but are still visible.

Can a scar still go away?

Most do not disappear completely. However, they can become less visible. As the skin heals, the spot naturally becomes lighter and flatter. But how well it recovers depends on factors such as your skin type, the size of the wound and how well you care for the spot. For example, a scar on your face can fade faster with proper care.

Even older scars can fade significantly. There are several methods to promote this process, such as red light therapy. Later in this article, we’ll tell you more about what you can do about it.

How does a scar heal most beautifully?

The site can heal best if the skin is given time to recover and properly cared for. Sometimes extra care, such as a scar massage, can also help the healing process. It is important to keep the skin clean, avoid scratching and avoid going out in the sun. In addition, use a moisturizer or oil to keep the skin supple.

7 tips to reduce scars

1. Use a good cream

A scar cream can help keep skin supple and thus fade the scar. Choose a cream specifically designed for this purpose.

What cream helps with this?

A scar cream often contains ingredients such as allantoin, vitamin E or panthenol. These substances support the healing process and can reduce visibility, especially in the first few months.

2. Apply special plasters for extra protection

Scar plasters provide a protective layer over the area. This maintains moisture in the skin. This prevents the area from thickening and helps it heal more smoothly.

3. Use a silicone patch

To a plaster that provides an extra layer of protection, silicone patches for scars are also good to use. These especially help reduce hypertrophic scars and keloids by combining pressure and hydration.

4. Get scars (lasered away)

Do you have a stubborn or old scar? If so, you may want to consider scar laser treatment. This helps to improve skin texture and reduce redness or discoloration. This is often done over several sessions with someone who specializes in this.

5. Spread oil for supple skin

A scar oil nourishes the skin and makes the area more supple. Oils with natural ingredients such as rose hip, calendula or vitamin E are good for this purpose.

6. Use an ointment as a supplement

A soothing ointment can help reduce itching, redness and irritation. Regular lubrication supports the skin barrier and prevents the skin from drying out.

7. Use red light therapy as natural support

Red light therapy stimulates cell renewal and blood flow in the tissues. This helps to make scars smoother and less visible. The red light provides additional stimulation to the tissues in the skin, making the area heal faster, become less visible or even disappear altogether.

How does red light therapy work in reducing scars?

Red light therapy, also called low level laser or photobiomodulation, works with specific wavelengths of red light. This light penetrates deep into the skin, stimulating tissues and cells to repair faster. For scars, the red light improves blood flow, increased collagen production and faster cell repair, among other things. This allows the tissue to become supple, less discolored and even decrease in thickness or depth.

With a device such as the PowerCure you can apply targeted red light therapy, even from home. By using it regularly, you support the skin’s natural healing process, without side effects.

Is the use of red light scientifically proven?

Yes, there is increasing scientific evidence that red light therapy is effective in reducing scarring. Studies show that the use of red light promotes the healing process, inhibits inflammation and improves tissue quality. For this reason, it is also increasingly used at clinics.

Reduce your scars with PowerCure

The PowerCure laser is a red light therapy device that you can use yourself to treat your skin. By using the device daily for a few minutes, you can already make a difference. In addition, it is not only suitable for scars, but also for other complaints and conditions. For humans and animals!