Question 1

i have a 1st degree dark colored burn. some of the scab has fallen off (day 4). can i start using mederma or scarguard & apply makeup for work only?

Accepted Answer

Mederma on burn: You don't have to worry about treating the scar with such products until the scab falls off.

Question 2

will mederma help my skin?

Accepted Answer

Can improve scars: but not for routine skin care

Question 3

does mederma work on keratosis?

Accepted Answer

Not a fan of Mederma: I do not recommend Mederma as I have not seen the benefits of treatment. It needs to be applied 4 times a day which is not practical for the typical individual. Furthermore the true science is lacking.

Question 4

does mederma work for stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Stretch: Stretch marks are years in the dermis and are not addressed through application of creams.

Question 5

does mederma work fpr dermatofibroma?

Accepted Answer

Not a scar: Mederma is proposed for scar improvement.  A dermatofibroma is a benign tumor which originates in the deeper layer of the skin, the dermis and extends upwards.  Nothing short of surgery will remove a dermatofibroma.

Question 6

why does mederma flake off my face after i apply?

Accepted Answer

RUB IN WELL: In order for Mederma or other scar therapy creams to work you have to actually rub it in really well to help smooth out the scar. Make sure that the area that you are applying it to is clean and dry.

Question 7

i've used mederma and area is red will it be permanent?

Accepted Answer

Not much research: There is very little good research to support the use of Mederma. See a dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon.

Question 8

when do you start applying scarzone or mederma after delivery?

Accepted Answer

Scar treatment: You should apply a medical tape such as medpor to your scars if possible, starting right away. If not possible to tape or after 4 weeks you can start massaging the scars firmly and using silicone-based scar creams or silicone sheeting. Most scar creams are anecdotal but the silicone based treatments seem best. If scars are unsatisfactory, sometimes fractional laser treatment will help.

Question 9

can i use contractubex instead of mederma or any other product bec. i think mederma is not available in my country... ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many products vitamin e cocoa butter steroid creams etc can be used but time is the best after two years many scars reach maximal improvement.

Question 10

mederma reduces keloids?

Accepted Answer

I do not think so: In my opinion it does not reduce keloids.

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I have a 1st degree dark colored burn. some of the scab has fallen off (day 4). can i start using mederma or scarguard & apply makeup for work only?

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Will mederma help my skin?

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Does mederma work on keratosis?

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Does mederma work for stretch marks?

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Does mederma work fpr dermatofibroma?

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Why does mederma flake off my face after i apply?

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I've used mederma and area is red will it be permanent?

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When do you start applying scarzone or mederma after delivery?

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Can i use contractubex instead of mederma or any other product bec. i think mederma is not available in my country... ?

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Mederma reduces keloids?

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