Heal Scars Fast

While there are no miracle cures when it comes to healing scars fast, there are a variety of treatments you can try. Although not all might work for you, some might. By using prescription and over the counter products, trying homeopathic remedies, and taking steps so the scar doesn’t get worse, you may have success getting your scars to heal quickly.

Steps

Healing Scars with Medical Applications

1. Apply silicone gel sheets. Silicone gel sheets have been shown to be very effective in healing scars quickly. Obtain a prescription from your physician and purchase these at your local pharmacy. Follow your doctor’s directions and apply them to your scar.
   • In most cases, silicone gel sheets should be left on the site of the scar for 12 hours or more. You’ll have to reapply another sheet the following day.
   • Healing time will vary from person to person. You may see your scar reduced in days, weeks, or months.
2. Use Vaseline. Vaseline (petroleum jelly) has the effect of moisturizing skin and scars. Moisture on skin will increase skin growth and regeneration. This may, in some circumstances, decrease the appearance of scars and help them heal quickly.
3. Put sunscreen on the scar. By applying sunscreen, you’ll help reduce the chance of red or brown discoloration occurring around the cut or scar. In addition, sunscreen will protect the skin, keep it moist and promote new skin growth.
   • Rely on a broad-spectrum sunscreen of 30 SPF or higher.
   • You should continue to apply sunscreen for several weeks.
   • If you have dermatological issues, you may want to consult your dermatologist.
4. Use corticosteroid injections. Talk to your doctor about getting corticosteroid injections. By injecting corticosteroids into the site of a scar, you may be able to heal it or reduce its appearance.
   • Steroids undermine the bonds of collagen fibers in your skin, which will help break down scar tissue. Once the scar tissue is broken down, new skin will grow in its place.

Embracing Homeopathy to Heal Scars

1. Use vitamin E. Vitamin E is a time-tested treatment used to heal scars quickly. It works because it helps stimulate the growth of collagen. Without collagen, your skin won’t appear healthy and won’t heal properly.
   • Rub vitamin E oil or lotion on your scar.
   • Take vitamin E supplements.
2. Apply aloe vera. Aloe vera is widely believed to help heal cuts and scars. By applying aloe vera to your scar, you’ll promote quick healing. To use aloe vera, simply take some and rub it on your wound or scar. Apply it up to three times a day to help it heal quickly.
3. Make a honey and baking soda paste. Combining honey and baking soda is a popular method for healing scars quickly. Simply create a paste of equal parts honey and baking soda, clean your skin, and apply the paste to your skin. Cover the paste with a hot washcloth and allow it to sit until it cools.
   • After the cloth cools completely, remove it and the paste.
   • Reapply the paste daily.
4. Try lemon juice. The citric acid in lemon juice is understood to act as a natural bleach on the skin. Bleaching the skin leads to the formation of new tissue and will help heal or reduce scars. To apply lemon juice, clean the area, dip a cotton ball in lemon juice, and rub it onto the scar. Allow the juice and cotton ball to sit on the scar for 10 to 15 minutes.
   • When you’re done, rinse the scar with cool water.
   • Avoid going out in the sun after you’ve applied lemon juice to a scar.

Limiting Things That Make Scars Worse

1. Don’t use hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide has the effect of destroying skin cells. By using hydrogen peroxide, you’ll inhibit the growth of healthy cells and prolong the longevity of a scar.
   • Instead of using hydrogen peroxide to clean a wound, try antibiotic ointment or aloe vera.
2. Cover your cut. Many people recommend allowing a cut or scar to “breathe.” Unfortunately, this has the impact of inhibiting cell growth. Instead, cover your cut and keep it moist with aloe vera or something similar.
   • Use an adhesive bandage or gauze to cover the cut or scar.
3. Avoid frequent sun exposure. Whenever a wound or scar is healing, you should stay out of the sun. Sun exposure could undermine the ability of the skin to heal correctly. It could make the scar worse. As a result, if you must go outside, make sure to wear a wide-brimmed hat, long clothes, and sunscreen.

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