1. Vitamin E, Moisturizing Therapy and Micro Abrasion
By infusing the area around the scar tissue with moisturizer on a regular basis and utilizing systematic daily micro abrasion, you can significantly wear down scar tissue over time. This process can be tedious, however, and it won't yield immediate results. It will, however, lead to generally more healthy skin and to more awareness of how your skin reacts to various environmental factors, such as dryness in the air. The network of collagen fibers prevents the regrowth of normal skin in the scar area, so you simultaneously eliminate those fibers and encourage the development of new healthier tissue in the vacuum. Tools and products to assist with micro dermabrasion abound, including scar-healing patches, vitamin E, silicone sheets, cocoa butter, olive oil and even a baking soda and water solution.
2. Get a Chemical Peel
You can go to a dermatologist or spa to peel away the top layer of the dermis using a controlled acid solution. By lifting away the top layers of the skin, you allow the regrowth and regeneration of normal tissue. This method may not remove the scar tissue all at once, but it can pave the way for better skin over the long term. Just be sure not to over treat, as more scarring or other unwanted skin conditions can easily result.
3. Fill in the Scar Tissue Area With Collagen or Fat Injections
Again, this is a surgical procedure and as such, it carries attendant risks. The idea is to take fat and/or collagen from other areas of the body and use it to fill in the skin where the scar is. While this process yields good results typically and is less abrasive than a chemical peel, it's also only temporary, so you'll have to get the work redone on a periodic basis to keep up the cosmetic appearance.
4. Use Skin Lightener
Spas and beauty stores sell dozens of varieties of skin lighteners, which can reduce the salience of scar tissue. The advantage of this treatment method is that it's very fast. The disadvantage is that it treats the problem superficially; the scar tissue remains completely intact. Also, you run the risk of creating a larger-scale discoloration on the skin.
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