The Skin Nerd: How to treat and reduce the appearance of scars 

Whether it's from acne or a c-section, scar tissue can be more than just skin deep

C-section scarring is among the ways our body can accrue lasting marks and imprints

Although a natural part of the skin’s healing process, scarring can leave more than just a physical imprint. Often the result of injury or trauma to the skin, or triggered by an inflammatory condition such as acne, many people are comfortable with our scars, but others look for ways to reduce their appearance.

Treatment of scarring can take time and research. The action you can take depends on the original cause and the size of the scar. Many people use moisturisers and over-the-counter remedies in an effort to get rid of scars but eradicating scarring with topical treatments is often unsuccessful.