Wrinkles and scars that form on your skin are a result of injury such as excessive sun exposure or skin lesions. Although wrinkles and scars cannot be completely eliminated, you can fade and reduce their appearance through treatment and proper skin care. Treatment options range from over-the-counter products to dermatological procedures performed by a licensed dermatologist or skin care specialist.
Step 1
Eat plenty of vitamin C-enriched foods such as broccoli, citrus fruits and potatoes. According the "The Doctors Book of Home Remedies," vitamin C is believed to rebuild collagen in your skin, improving elasticity and aiding in faster healing properties.
Step 2
Apply a topical retinoid cream to your skin daily. Topical retinoids are derived from vitamin A and are used to treat skin discoloration, texture and fine lines, according to MayoClinic.com. When using retinoid creams, it is important to apply sunscreen and protective clothing, because retinoids make your skin more vulnerable to the sun's harmful UV rays.
Step 3
Massage your skin daily with moisturizer, suggests "The Doctors Book of Home Remedies." Moisturizers containing alpha hydroxy acids, retinol or copper peptides will help increase blood flow to your scars and wrinkles, while boosting collagen production, according to MayoClinic.com.
Step 4
Relax at your dermatologist's office with a chemical peel to remove the outer layers of damaged skin. Chemical peels use fruit acids to slough off the outer layer of skin, promoting new skin to grow in its place, according to MayoClinic.com. The new skin is smoother and more even toned than the removed outer layer.
Tips and Warnings
- Apply sunscreen to your skin daily when going outdoors. Sun exposure inhibits the skin's healing and can make scars and wrinkles more prominent.
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