Summer is what we look forward to all year, but before you enjoy that sun, consider how to properly protect your skin from harmful UV rays. From covering to moisturizing, there are many ways you can shield your skin. It just takes a little forethought before hitting the beach or your neighbor’s cookout. The statistics… Read more »
Scars wear like a badge of honor for some people, but most of us view them as something to hide. Often times, scars represent an imperfection of sorts, giving us pause when they are left uncovered. Scarring goes beyond the physical, often spilling over into the emotional, causing people long-lasting self-image issues and lowered self-confidence…. Read more »
Scars are a natural part of the healing process – a defense mechanism set in motion by your body to protect itself from wounds. Essentially, natural collagen generates new skin; however, that new skin is often a different color and texture – usually starting off red or pink and fading to white over the years…. Read more »
Planning a surgery is always harrowing. Your very life is at stake, of course. But there may be other consequences of surgery that concern you as well, such as scarring. From total knee replacements to c-sections, scars are an inevitable by-product of surgery. While many surgeries these days involve less invasive techniques such as laparoscopic… Read more »
Facial scars are more common than you may think. They come about in a variety of ways, such as accidents, injuries, acne, piercings, etc. Did you know you can even get permanent scars from scratching at chicken pox as a child? While common, facial scars are more difficult to cover up than scars elsewhere on… Read more »
As we get older, our skin starts to show it. Some of the things that cause our skin to age are out of our control, however other things can be influenced to help slow the process. While we can’t control the natural aging process that causes lines and sagging, we can control some of the… Read more »
Living with scars probably isn’t your ideal scenario. Aside from creating a wild and out there story about your shark attack that left you with a cool memento, there are ways you can reduce the appearance of your scars and feel more confident in your complexion. While scars can fade and become less prominent, they… Read more »
We never like to see our little ones with bumps and scrapes, but the truth is – kids will be kids. Occasionally they’re going to get roughed up and will need some medical attention. While a lot of times kids just get superficial bruises and cuts, every now and then a more serious injury comes… Read more »
From heroes to villains and in between, these fictional characters are known for their scarred markings. Here are ten of the most popular scars you may know. Scar On a list of notable scars, you’d expect to be included if your name is Scar. With that being said, here he is. The notorious villainous lion… Read more »
Getting and staying healthy is a top resolution for many people this New Year’s. So, how can you go about it? Here are some tips. Take a brisk walk every day for 20 to 30 minutes. Sleep seven to eight hours a night. Cut out the junk food, avoiding cookies, chips and many of your… Read more »
On March 21, 2016 I slipped & fell at our local post office and slammed my arm against the metal box fronts. OUCH!!!!! Even though I was wearing a long sleeved shirt and a lined jacket, I sustained a nasty abrasion. Funny that it didn’t tear my clothing….just my poor arm!!! I have previously used Scarfade on cuts and scrapes, but this time I wanted to start using it BEFORE the scab was off. I had read on the internet that using silicone on an open wound would help it heal faster. BUT you HAVE to make sure your hands are CLEAN to avoid infection. I’m sure this is one reason why the manufacturer’s instructions are to start using it AFTER the scab is off. The day of my accident, I applied just Neosporin three times. Then three times a day for the next week, I applied Neosporin, let it dry, then applied a layer of Scarfade and gently massaged it in to the wound before bandaging it. After the first week, I gently massaged Scarfade onto my wound three times a day. I think my results are amazing!
- Nancy B.
