who knows of a good product for removing scars and stretch marks from 10 years ago?

scars

Options for scar treatment include laser therapy, dermabrasion, shaving the scar down to the level of the skin, an operation to lift a depressed scar, or treatment using injectable fillers. Your specialist can also cut and re-stitch a scar in order to make it less noticeable, or to lengthen contracted skin and increase the range of movement in the area.

The choice of scar removal method depends on the size and location of the scar, whether it is raised or depressed, and whether the aim is to reduce the appearance of the scar or to minimise a physical problem that the scar is causing (such as restricted movement

stretch marks

There is no specific treatment for stretch marks. Most stretch marks fade over time and aren’t that noticeable. However, if you have a lot of stretch marks, if they affect a large part of your body, or if you are worried they look unsightly, the following treatments may help:

Moisturisers and creams:

In the early stages, stretch marks can sometimes be reduced with over-the-counter moisturising creams, particularly those containing vitamin E or vitamin A. Creams containing alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are made with plant extracts and can also help. Clinical studies have not proved that these sorts of creams can prevent stretch marks, but they may improve the look of stretch marks in the short-term. Using these types of cream daily can help to keep the skin supple, and the action of rubbing in the cream can encourage better circulation.

Tretinoin, or Retin-A:

These types of cream are derived from vitamin A and are available on prescription. They make the outer layer of skin thinner, so that the cream can get to the dermis, where it increases the amount of collagen produced. These creams shouldn’t be used without advice from your GP because they can cause side effects. Strong doses can cause the skin to sting, swell and become red, and may also make it more sensitive to sunlight. The skin may also get thicker because of the increase in the amount of collagen produced.Tretinoin is not recommended for use in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. People taking Retin-A should avoid taking vitamin A supplements at the same time.

Laser surgery:

Laser surgery does not remove stretch marks, but it can help them to fade. Laser treatment for stretch mark is not available on the NHS and is usually very expensive. Laser treatment only picks up dark areas of skin, so it most useful in the early stages when stretch marks are darker in colour. A series of treatments are usually necessary for visible results, but this depends on your skin colour and type.

Surgery:

An operation called an abdominoplasty is carried out to remove excess fat and skin around the abdomen (stomach), and remove stretch marks below the belly button at the same time. Surgery is a very expensive and extreme option. It is not available on the NHS and is rarely recommended.

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All I can say is CocoButter or go to like Babies R Us, they have stuff for stretch marks which are basically the same thing. I am not sure if any of it really works though. If it bothers you that much, it may be worth a try.

I had stretch marks after my first pregnancy on my arms and I used daily Palmer's lotion and they almost vanished. It is the greatest best value-to-money product and all I can say is go for it. I also advise you to do light exercises if you stopped exercising for long now, but seriously exercise if you used to. It is great for all your body and mental health. Good luck and don't forget that your baby girl is the best thing you got in your life now!

You can ask your dermatologist for a prescription for Retin A. It is excellent and really fades away those scars.

However, you can't expose the scars to the sun while using Retin A.

I can't think of any of those products that were around 10 years ago.

ecderma is a newly launched skin cream for such scars.

Try using Maderma. You can get this at Walmart.

mederma? i dunno. ask a dermatologist.