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SCARRING & STRETCH MARKS
Whether they’re from pregnancy, rapid weight changes, or healing wounds, stretch marks and scars are part of most of our lives, making them entirely normal.
Let’s not hide them; let’s tackle them head-on, aiming to soften, fade, and blend these life badges gracefully.
Like most scars, the deeper or more severe the scar is, the harder it will be to treat. Our professional-grade product line and advanced treatments available at our clinics will help reduce and repair over time.
What causes Scarring & Stretch Marks?
Scars may form through various means, such as surgery, burns, acne, or injury, leaving behind marks that narrate our past.
Stretch marks, those streaks that dance across the skin, arise from rapid skin stretching or shrinking, where the elastin breaks, and a scar forms.
These marks commonly appear on areas like the abdomen, breasts, thighs, and buttocks during significant body changes. Unfortunately, not all scars are welcome, and many people choose to seek treatment for the appearance of unwanted, visible scars.
Prevention and care.
Scarring and stretch marks are difficult to eliminate completely, but you can improve their appearance with the right routines, products, and treatments. Focus on stimulating the skin, building collagen, and promoting cell turnover.
Consider our advanced treatments , which helps to boost collagen and heal the skin, effectively reducing scars and stretch marks. Pair this with a targeted skincare regimen featuring brightening and healing ingredients for the best results.
Types of Scarring
Atrophic Scars:
These scars are caused by the destruction of collagen during an inflammatory condition such as acne. Atrophic scars can be further broken down into the following three types:
- Ice pick scars: small, narrow and often deep
- Boxcar scars: flat in the middle with a defined border
- Rolling scars: no distinct edges, wavelike in appearance
Keloid Scars
Like hypertrophic scars, keloid scars rise above skin level however keloid scars extend beyond the injury site and do not regress over time.
Keloid scars are also formed due to an overproduction of collagen while the skin is healing. Often keloid scars appear red to purple in color and are harder to treat.
Unfortunately, we cannot treat Keloid scars at our clinics.
Contracture Scars
Contracture scars occur when a large area of skin is damaged and lost. Often the result of burns, contracture scar formation pulls the edges Treatment for contracture scars is often surgical.
Hypertrophic Scars
Hypertrophic scars are scars that heal above the normal layer of skin tissue and appear thicker, raised and can vary in colour from pink to red.
Hypertrophic scars do not extend beyond the boundaries of the injury site and may regress over time and with treatment. Hypertrophic scars
are caused by abnormal production of extra collagen at the injury site during the healing phase.
Professional Skin Treatments
Microneedling
Rejuvenates the skin’s outer layer, promoting the replacement of dead and dry cells with new, moisture- rich cells for a smoother, more radiant complexion.
SQT Bio Needling Acne
Experience a low-risk treatment that consistently delivers effective results across diverse skin conditions.
Nano fractional RF
Fractional Radio Frequency combines radio frequency andmicroneedling to induce a powerful, natural healing response in your skin. This skin
treatment targets fine lines, wrinkles, loose skin, scarring, stretch marks and enlarged pores.
Ultraformer for skin tightening
The ULTRAFORMER III is a completely non-invasive,
face and body tightening and contouring device that
provides a customized treatment procedure for the entire face, neck, and body.
Phyto LED Serum
LED light therapy is also beneficial as it boosts
collagen production and enhances the skin’s ability
to retain moisture.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can keloids be prevented?
Keloids are often difficult to treat once they have occurred. Keloids can be prevented by avoiding unnecessary surgery (e.g. cosmetic surgery), tension and injury to the skin (e.g. tattoos, body piercings) and by taking some precautions in those who are at high risk of developing keloids.
Do hypertrophic scars go away?
While hypertrophic scars won’t completely disappear, they often improve significantly over time, becoming less noticeable and flatter. This process can take weeks to months, depending on the size and location of the scar.
How to get rid of stretch marks?
Stretch marks sometimes can be treated with topical creams and treatments. They may go completely at some stage.
Skincare for Scarring & Stretch Marks
To address stretch marks and scars, prioritise powerful ingredients like vitamin A (retinol) for texture smoothing and renewal, vitamin B3 (niacinamide) for fading scars, and vitamin E for tissue repair and regeneration.
Always use SPF to shield scars from sun damage. Opt for professional grade products containing these active ingredients for notable improvements in skin appearance.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why are stretch marks different colors?
New stretch marks are typically red or purple, while older stretch marks are silver or white. The color or your stretch marks may change from red to white over a period of about six months.
Older stretch marks take longer to fade – making it essential to selecting the right product when deciding to do so.
How effective are professional treatments in reducing scars?
Professional treatments like Dermapen Microneedling, Nano fractional RF and specialized LED light therapy have been proven highly effective in reducing Acne scarring. These treatments target the dermis layer of the skin or deeper than that to stimulate the collagen.
Can i use topical skincare for scarring and stretch marks?
When choosing skincare products for scarring, look for ingredients like vitamin C, AHAs that promote exfoliation and cell turnover.
Is it possible to completely eliminate scars and stretch marks?
While it may be challenging to completely eliminate all forms of scars, But many treatments and skincare routines can significantly reduce their appearance.