The scar is one of the hardest things a woman will have to deal with in her lifetime, whether you are dealing with your first scar or have dealt with many others over the years, the experience will be the same.

Scar creams are available to lessen the appearance of scars, but not all clients are candidates for them, and if you’re looking for a product that offers both absorption and control over where the cream lands on your skin, think about a scar cream; there are many different varieties available on the market.

What Are the Different Types of Scar Cream?

Although there are many different formulations available for the best scar cream, some of the most well-known ones are abrasive, stainless steel, oil, and water- the types listed have many variations, but they all have one thing in common: they’re all made to stick to the skin.

If you have numerous black patches and want a cream that will control where they appear on your skin, an adhesive or gel-based scar cream is the way to go. If, however, you would prefer to have skin that is visible through the scar cream, this does not mean that you cannot use non-adhering scar creams.

Adhesive Scar Cream

It works by adhering to your skin and forming a bond that is difficult to break; adhesives are by nature not very hydrating, so people using them should be aware that their skin may appear drier than it is; in addition, adhesive scars take longer to heal than other types of scars, making them more susceptible to developing addiction, adhesive scar cream is the traditional method of scar removal and is the most popular form of scar removal and is frequently called surgical scar removal.

Foil- and Strip-Style Scar Creams

Foil- and strip-style scar creams are often used for large, visible scars such as on the face or back of the hand- these types of scars usually require a more potent cream to help them fade faster, because of their large surface area, these areas are less likely to be fully hydrated by the cream, which can result in dry, flaky skin. 

Strip-style scar creams are often less expensive than foil-style creams, but they have the disadvantage of being applied more gingerly, often with a needle which means that some areas may appear darker than normal.

Oil-Based Scar Cream

Oil-based scar creams are the most popular and the best option for the majority of people because they are non-greasy, can be used on all skin types, including those with acne or oily skin, and are the only kind of scar cream that can be worn under makeup; people with oily skin may experience a slight amount of shine when using an oil-based cream, but this shine is minimal and can be removed with a towel, the only drawback is that it takes longer to dry.

Powder-Based Scar Cream

Powder-based scar creams are not as hydrating as oil-based creams and should be used by people with dry or sensitive skin, they can be good for scars that have developed due to old age or injury, as they have less tendency to bleed and the only downside of a powder-based cream is that it can be a little messy to apply, so you may want to apply it using a powder puff.