As the winter months roll in, the cold, dry air can wreak havoc on our skin, particularly for those with existing scars or sensitive skin. The combination of lower humidity and indoor heating can lead to dryness, irritation, and increased visibility of scars. However, with a few proactive measures, you can protect your skin and… Read more »
Scars are affected by the weather, which means you have to change up your skincare routine with the seasons. In summer, sun, heat and humidity affect scarring buy making them look more pronounced if you don’t wear sunscreen. It also contributes to skin cancer, premature wrinkles, and dry skin. In fall and winter, the air… Read more »
Fall is upon us, with its pumpkin-spice-everything, hay rides and apple picking. At the same time, it’s getting cooler outside, which means the air is getting drier. This isn’t great for your skin. Keep reading for how you can prepare for your fall skincare routine. Understand the Weather Changes First, it’s important to understand how… Read more »
The sun does a number on your skin. You probably already know that. But when it comes to scars, the sun affects them as well, but in different ways. Scars are very vulnerable to the sun, especially fresh ones that are still healing and pink, and are highly susceptible to ultraviolet (UV) light. As such,… Read more »
Kids love playgrounds and participating in sports. There’s something about the lack of structure and being in the fresh air that draws kids in. Exercise is important for children and teens, but it does come with its fair share of injuries. As the kids head back to school, it’s important to know how to handle… Read more »
Have you recently had surgery? Do you think a scar will form? This is common. Scars resulting from surgery actually manifest themselves differently from other types of scars. You can’t really avoid a surgical scar that results from a scalpel cutting through flesh (total knee, C-section). And not even the best surgeons can control skin… Read more »
Silicone has many great qualities, and it’s used in many products, including Scarfade. So what’s so great about silicone and why is it particularly beneficial for scars? For one thing, silicone is known to prevent scars through the formation of a protective second layer. This layer works to prevent the area from losing water. As… Read more »
Like anything else in life, prevention is key to scar healing. Your skin is a delicate organ that needs daily attention. From scarred areas to smooth skin, there’s no denying the benefit of good skin care. It starts with prevention, and that’s a two-pronged approach: preventing the injury that led to the scar initially, and… Read more »
Keloid scars are some of the most common out there. They are different from other types, such as hypertrophic scars, and as such, the treatment is a bit different. But no matter which type of scar you have, chances are it can be faded by Scarfade. Skeptical? Check out the many scientific studies here that… Read more »
Sweating is a normal human response to overheating, but when it comes to scars, this process is compromised. Because scar tissue doesn’t have sweat or oil glands, this can impair the regulation of body temperature. In addition, scar tissue is not as lubricated or elastic as normal skin is. What exactly is sweat? Also known… Read more »
I was introduced to this product by Dr. Kaufmann at St. John’s Hospital in Warren, MI in 1998 after I was involved in a car accident. I required sutures in my forehead and was afraid of being scarred for life. I used the product as instructed. Unless I point the scar out to you, you would never know it was there!!! This product is fantastic. I have been recommending it to others for years!!! Thank you Dr. Kaufmann!!
- Anita
