Do purple scars fade over time?

Most of the time red or reddish-purple scars will fade in color as the wound heals, which typically takes around 12 months. In some cases, however, scars can remain discolored. This occurs most frequently with keloids and hypertrophic scars.

How do you fade old surgical scars?

How to Make Scars Less Visible

1. Medicated Creams or Gels. 1 / 12. Over-the-counter skin medications such as creams or gels can help.
2. Silicone Gel. 2 / 12.
3. Zinc Supplements. 3 / 12.
4. Scar Massage. 4 / 12.
5. Injections. 5 / 12.
6. Chemical Peel or Dermabrasion. 6 / 12.
7. Laser Therapy. 7 / 12.
8. Microneedling. 8 / 12.

Can a scar fade after 2 years?

In time, some collagen breaks down at the site of the wound and the blood supply reduces. The scar gradually becomes smoother and softer. Although scars are permanent, they can fade over a period of up to 2 years. It’s unlikely they’ll fade any more after this time.

How long after surgery can you massage a scar?

Do not massage a scar until at least 2 weeks after a surgery or injury. Massaging scar tissue is most effective in the first 2 years while the scar is still forming and healing.

What does massaging a scar do?

Massaging your scars is important. It keeps the tissue around the incision loose so it doesn’t “stick” to the tissue underneath. Wait until after your skin has healed before you start massaging your scar.

How do you fade purple scars?

How to Get Rid of Dark Scars

1. Sunscreen and Moisturizers. Although you can’t go back in time to prevent your scars, a combination of topical creams, peels and sunscreens can help them fade more quickly.
2. Medicated Creams.
3. Chemical Peels.
4. Laser Therapy.

Why is my surgery scar dark?

There are a few reasons why a scar might turn dark. For example, if a scar was exposed to sunlight during the healing process, there’s a good chance the scar tissue will become pigmented. Dark scars can also be caused by inflammation, poor healing, or the genetics of your skin and how your skin heals.

How long does it take for dark scars to fade?

It can take up to 12-18 months after your injury or operation for a scar to heal. A normal scar will become darker initially and after a period of time this will start to fade. Dark scars can remain for years or indefinitely in people with darker skin.

Should you massage a surgery scar?

Do not massage until your incision has fully healed and is a scar (not just a wound or scab). If you massage your scar prematurely you could cause it to reopen or tear, leading to an infection. Do not massage a scar until at least 2 weeks after a surgery or injury.