What causes scars?

Scars form when the deep layer of the skin, called the dermis, is damaged. When you have a wound, the body responds by creating collagen fibres to mend the damage. This isn’t produced in a uniform manner, and so can appear differently to our “classic” smooth skin. As a result, the skin produced from a wound, has a different texture and quality than its surrounding tissue.

Scars can change in severity. Some scars can be pale and smooth, others can be pitted or raised and keloid. There is no reason as to why scars vary in severity, but treatment is available to reduce or remove scars.

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Treatment

For heavy scarring, we would recommend undergoing a course of Alma Hybrid laser treatment which can resurface the skin. At Health & Aesthetics, our combination CO2 laser uses a matrix of light points that vary in intensity and is perfect for those with deep scars.

Secret™ RF is a micro-needling treatment that combines the use of fine, insulated needles and radio frequency (RF) energy to heat and effectively target and improve the appearance of scars on the body.

When looking to improve the skin’s quality, promote healing, and healthy collagen production, using Skinade is vital. We recommend all of our patients to consider using Skinade which is clinically proven to increase the body’s production of collagen and improve skin health. When used prior to and after treatment for scarring, this will help to improve recovery time and results.

Treatment for Stretch Marks

Stretch marks develop due to pregnancy, weight gain, and growth. They can be treated by a variety of methods. These include the Secret RF (radiofrequency micro-needling) treatment or Profhilo Body. These will all result in the stretch mark looking flatter, tighter, and better. The stretch marks cannot be completely removed but will be dramatically improved through treatment.

Treating Keloid Scars

Some scars do not heal flat and become lumpy and larger than the original wound. These are known as keloid or hypertrophic scars.

When the skin is broken the body produces collagen to aid the healing process. In some people, too much collagen is produced, which causes the scar to become large and raised.

Keloid scars can appear anywhere on the body. They can be reddish in colour, itchy and occasionally painful. They can also be disfiguring and cause embarrassment. Keloid scars are more common in African and Indian communities.

Corticosteroid injections can be used to treat keloid and hypertrophic scars, which will result in the scar flattening and looking better. The scar cannot be completely removed but will be dramatically improved. You will need at least three treatments at six weekly intervals.

Related Treatments

alma hybrid

Alma CO2 Hybrid Laser

Laser resurfacing to produce a dramatic rejuvenation to the skin using the Alma Hybrid ™.

Secret RF Microneedling

Designed to safely rejuvenate, tighten and lift the skin..

Profhilo Body

Profhilo hydrates the skin and triggers collagen and elastin production.

About our Consultations

At Health & Aesthetics, we believe that the fundamental basis for a successful aesthetic procedure is an in-depth consultation with a skilled qualified practitioner to assess your needs and develop a bespoke personal treatment plan so that you achieve outstanding natural looking results. You can call us on 01252 933 133.

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