A member asked:

To pervent a scar from hapening i could use kukui nut oil right but can it be body oil or cream which one is better?

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Dr. Robert Grieco answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cream: It won't prevent a scar but may soften it up. The cream is better. Don't spend a lot of money on it.

Answered 3/12/2014

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Dr. Joseph Mele answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Scar Potions: There are many claims of scar reduction by various creams and oil. Any nonirritating moisturizer can help. Topical silicone gel sheeting, adherent silicone gels (kelocote, biocorneum) have good scientific evidence behind them. Vaseline is also good. In fact, when vaseline is compared to mederma, vaseline is not only cheaper it is more effective.

Answered 2/29/2016

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