Injuries, acne, cesarean section and other surgical interventions, cuts, burns - all these troubles leave scars and scars on the body. To get rid of them and bring your skin in perfect condition, there are many ointments and creams from scars and scars. Find out which ones are effective.
Indications for use of ointments from scars and scars
Ointments for scars, there are many, but not all help get rid of the hated scars. There are types of lesions that are difficult to remove. For such injuries using surgical methods.
The main indications for the use of drugs are:
- Keloids - differ from other species by elevation above a healthy area of skin and the growth of scar tissue. These are postoperative stitches, cuts, burns (including chemical ones).
- Hypertrophic scars are scars that are not beyond the scope of damage and decrease in size over time.
- Ankylosis, involving joints.
- Dupuytren's contracture.
- Tendon contractures obtained by stretching.
- Stretch marks after weight loss or pregnancy.
- Atrophic scars - which appear during long-term skin lesions with boils or acne.
- Prevention of the appearance of scars after surgery.
The keloid scars dissolve the longest, they are distributed above the surface, so they will have to be removed in less than six months.
Usually such damage is easily removed by laser therapy. It takes several sessions to the scar almost disappeared.
Contraindications for prescription
Although the drugs are mostly safe and have few contraindications, but they are still there:
- If there is inflammation, an ulcer or suppuration on the scar, then you need to fix this problem, and then apply the preparations to remove it.
- There is an allergic reaction to the components.
- The scar site did not fully loosen and there are reddenings on the wound.
- Allergy at the problem site.
- An oncological tumor has formed in the area of the scar.
- When finding a seam near the mucous eyes, mouth, or in an intimate place.
- Taking medications that are not compatible with the ointment.
If you do not follow the instructions for use and use the drugs with existing contraindications, there will be side effects in the form of various kinds of rash: redness, burning, eczema.
Other effects, such as intoxication or problems with the gastrointestinal tract, are not observed, as the composition is not absorbed into the skin and blood.
Effective ointment for sucking scars and scars
The market presents a huge number of products from scars and scars. Their effectiveness depends only on the condition and origin of the injury. Old keloid lesions are difficult to remove, and young and mild ones will easily disappear from the face or body. Consider some drugs, their effects, methods of use and price.
Contractubex
The gel is produced by the German company in tubes of 10, 20 and 50 grams. The structure includes components such as:
- onion extract Ceray;
- allantoin;
- sodium heparin.
The drug quickly dissolves the upper layer, promotes the appearance of healthy skin cells, retains fluid, softens tissues, improves blood circulation, eliminates allergic reactions on the surface.
The gel is designed to remove both old and new scars. But if you remove old damaged areas, you will need a longer course of treatment. To eliminate the new scars, the gel is used as follows: rubbing 0.5 cm of gel over an area of 20-25 cm² into the skin with intensive massaging movements three times a day. The course of treatment continues for a month or until complete recovery.
Old scars remove a longer period of time: from three to six months. In this case, the reception is the same. For greater effectiveness, the gel is used after steaming the skin. The drug in pharmacies costs from 613 rubles per pack.
Zeraderm
Scar gel Zeraderm is available in tubes of 15 milliliters in a transparent color. The product includes the following components:
- polysiloxane;
- vitamins E and K;
- Coenzyme Q10.
The ointment forms a film on the surface that provides conditions for softening and splitting the build-up. Vitamins nourish the skin and help eliminate redness. Coenzymes renew cells and prevent exposure to harmful sunlight.
The gel can be used after removing the sutures by applying to the surface of the damaged skin 2 times a day. A small amount of money is applied with light massaging movements. To make sure that the ointment is absorbed, you need to hold your finger over the applied cream. If there are wet areas, they are removed with a wipe.
The duration of treatment depends on the state of the scar, it is more difficult to remove keloids. The cost of the drug in pharmacies is slightly different. For a 15 gram tube you need to pay from 2,000 to 2,500 rubles. Zeraderm Ultra is more expensive - 3100-3900 rubles.
Dermatiks
Available in a tube of 6 or 15 grams, in the form of a gel without color and smell. The gel contains the following active substances:
- polysiloxane;
- silica.
Dermatics softens the affected skin, removes dead skin and promotes the appearance of new skin cells. Ointment is used to remove old scars, as well as to prevent the occurrence of keloid scars.
Method of application: apply a small amount of ointment to the affected area and allow to dry for 5 minutes. Run your finger over the applied ointment. If there are wet areas, wipe them off with a napkin. The cost of the drug in different pharmacies in Russia varies from 2,163 to 2,900 rubles.
Kelo cat
The gel for removing old and new scars is used on all skin areas and for all types of scars. Most effective in combination with laser exposure. Polyxiloxane is included. The effect of this substance has been proven by clinical trials and approved by the Ministry of Health of Russia.
The duration of treatment depends on the state of the cells:
- a young scar, recently healed, can be removed from the surface in 2-3 months;
- old will have to be removed within six months;
- most effective in combination with laser therapy.
It is applied externally, a small amount is applied to the affected area and is rubbed in with light movements until it is completely dry. If a wet surface remains in the area after 5 minutes, remove the excess with a dry swab. Available in tubes of 6, 15 and 60 grams.
The cost depends on the amount of ointment and place of sale. In Russia, purchased for 2000-2500 rubles for a tube with 15 grams of the substance.
Kelofibrase
The ointment is available in tubes of 15 and 60 grams by Sandoz. The structure includes the following components:
- urea;
- sodium heparin;
- D-camphor.
Excipients: ethyl and stearic alcohol, potassium sorbate, edetate disodium, levomenthol, oleic acid, vitamin E, peanut oil, glycerin, lemon extract. Effective for the treatment of keloid scars. It is used for scars after skin diseases, acne.
The ointment moisturizes, thanks to this, the scar softens and the skin cells disintegrate, contributing to the formation of a new, non-cornified tissue. The cream is used daily up to 4 times a day for 2-6 months, depending on the condition of the scar. Apply to the skin in a thin layer. To increase the effect, use dressings soaked in ointment for the night.
In the territory of the Russian Federation, a tube of 25 grams is purchased at a price of 1200-1600 rubles, 50 grams at a price of 1600-1800 rubles per unit.
Fermencol
Available in the form of ointment. The active components are 9 enzymes, which are colloheases acting on the skin of keratinized skin, splitting and regenerating.
It is applied from 1 to 3 months, 3 times a day in areas of keratinized skin. The cost in Russia is from 1,100 to 1,500 rubles per tube.
Mederma
The gel is transparent, with a light vegetative aroma. The composition includes a complex of substances that promote the repair of skin cells:
- allantoin;
- heparin;
- sorbitic acid;
- xanthan;
- methyl paraben;
- flavoring.
It is used to remove minor defects after acne, stretch marks after pregnancy and a sharp weight loss. Apply to the affected areas in a thin layer for 3-5 minutes until completely dry. The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the disease. Mostly lasts from 3 to 6 months.
The cost of the drug in pharmacies: 700 rubles per 20 grams of the drug.
Regivasil
This gel is used to correct and remove scars. The composition of the drug includes:
- silicone;
- emu oil;
- squalene;
- skilot;
- glycerol.
Available in the form of a light green gel with a volume of 4, 10, 15, and 30 grams. The drug is effective in preventing the formation of keloid scars. It is used after wound healing, as well as to reduce keloid manifestations on old scars. It is used 2-3 times a day by applying damaged skin to the surface. The duration of treatment is determined individually depending on the state of the scars.
The price is 310-850 rubles in different pharmacies of the country.
Skargard
Available in liquid cream ointment. Effectively fights young and old scars after surgeries, dermatological skin diseases, acne. The composition of the drug:
- hydrocortisone;
- vitamin E;
- silicone.
Liquid is applied to the affected areas with a special brush 2 times a day. After drying, the composition is not noticeable, so you can use it before going out. Also on top of the composition allowed to apply cosmetic creams and powders.
The cost of a bottle of 15 milliliters - 5000-6000 rubles; 30 milliliters - 7500-8500 rubles.
Skar Aesthetics
Ointment for scar removal, is used as an adjunct after surgery to remove dead cells and an independent remedy for skin problems.
The cream consists of silicone and excipients that promote cell regeneration. Apply on the skin with a thin layer up to 4 times a day for 2-6 months. The cost of the drug is 2050 rubles.
Which ointment is better to use
After operation
To prevent scarring of tissues after surgery, silicone-containing ointments are suitable: Kontraktubeks, Skargard, Kelo-Kot. It is advisable to start using the tool immediately after healing. Doctors recommend applying special dressings soaked in cream.
From burns
Upon receipt of a burn, the following drugs will be suitable for preventing scar: Kontraktubex, Zeraderm, Fermencol. These tools are most effective at the stage of scar formation, therefore, doctors recommend the use after wound healing. If the scar is long ago, then the ointment will reduce it in volume, remove redness and make it more invisible.
After acne
The most effective remedy for acne scars is Kontraktubeks ointment, it smoothes the skin and helps to restore the affected areas. Use other drugs that are also effective in the fight against scars: Skar Esthetics, Skargard.
Folk remedies
In folk medicine there are many recipes for removing scars. Consider some of them.
- The easiest and cheapest way to remove scars: treatment with vegetable oil. To do this, 400 grams of oil is mixed with 100 grams of beeswax, put on the fire and boil for 10 minutes. The composition is applied with a cloth on the affected areas 2 times a day. Oil softens the skin and covers with a film for the speedy tissue regeneration.
- Camphor oil. Moistened in oil compress applied to the scar and fix the bandage. Use 2 times a day. Such compresses will help to get rid of problems after a month of use.
- Lemon juice promotes tissue regeneration, nourishes the skin and exfoliates the cornified layer. For the procedure, it is enough to cut a lemon in half and rub juice into the scar. The procedure is carried out 2 times a day during the month.
Even old scars can be removed with proper use of medication. If you use drug treatment with surgical removal, the result will exceed your expectations and there will be no trace on the body.
Reviews
I had a lot of acne on my face as a teenager. Previously, I did not know that you can get rid of the dimples and lived with deformity until the age of 25. A friend read in a magazine about a scar treatment on Kontraktubeks and told me about it. I bought it and started using it, the red spots disappeared after a week, the skin turned white, and after a month it smoothed out and the pits disappeared. I advise everyone who is familiar with this problem to try the gel from scars, it helps!
Maria, 26 years old, Moscow
After a car accident, there are a lot of scars on the body. When the wounds have healed, the doctor advised to use the scars ointment: Skar Aesthetics. I listened and rubbed ointment for about 3 months on the injured areas. The ointment does not burn, after it there is no redness and allergic reactions. The result is excellent, there were barely noticeable scratches on the legs and back, the scars simply could not form. It is terrible to think about how I would look with all the scars. Thanks to the doctor and ointment.
Gennady, 33 years old, St. Petersburg
After childbirth, there were terrible stretch marks on the abdomen and thighs, which, when lost, expressed white stripes on the skin. A friend advised me to buy a gel from the scars of Mederma, the drug is inexpensive and the effect is excellent. After a month of use on the body there was not a single stretch. I recommend to use the gel. By the way, it helps to get rid of pits on the face after acne.
Galina, 32 years old, Voronezh
