How to get rid of scars?

Do you have a noticeable scar? Maybe it is brightly coloured, large or in a visible place such as the face. Many people look for ways to remove such scars. But how do you get rid of these scars, and is scar removal even possible?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to completely remove a scar. Active scars (usually younger than two years) can often be treated to make them less visible, although results depend on the type of scar.

Once a scar is older than two years, it is considered mature and has permanently formed. The skin will never return to the same state as the surrounding healthy skin. However, there are several treatments that can reduce symptoms such as itching and pain.

Laser treatment

Laser treatment is one of the two treatments that claim to completely remove scars. Unfortunately, this will not completely remove a scar either. However, laser treatments can help fade a scar. This usually only applies after multiple treatments combined with proper aftercare.

Scar removal surgery

Scar removal surgery may be an option, but not every scar is suitable. This procedure is usually considered when a scar is very thick or wide. A doctor or specialist can assess whether surgery is appropriate.

It is important to understand that surgery always creates a new scar. While treatment afterwards can support better healing, no procedure can completely remove a scar. In fact, after any surgical intervention, including scar removal, there is a 50% risk of developing a hypertrophic scar. This means that even after the operation, you may be left with a new scar that is raised, red, painful and tight.

While you cannot remove a scar, you can help it fade and become less visible. Treatment also helps reduce scar symptoms such as pain, itching and skin tightness.

Scar removal cream

While there is no scar cream that completely removes a scar, ALHYDRAN is an excellent scar cream that helps reduce symptoms and visibility. It restores moisture balance, reduces itching, redness and pain, and improves skin elasticity. 

Silicone gel for scars

BAPSCARCARE silicone gel forms a semi-occlusive layer that locks in moisture, supports normal scar healing, and helps prevent the development of hypertrophic or keloid scars. The silicone gel for scars is easy to apply and can be worn under makeup.

Silicone scar sheets

Scarban silicone scar sheets provide intensive silicone scar therapy. It consists of a semi-occlusive layer that reduces water loss, normalises scar growth, and prevents hypertrophic or keloid development. Depending on the location and shape of your scar, there is a suitable Scarban sheet.

The rays of the sun can make your scar more visible. If you do not protect our scar from UV rays, you risk permanent discolouration of your scar. When you must expose your scar to the sun, use appropriate protection such as ALHYDRAN SPF 30 or BAPSCARCARE Silicone gel SPF 40.