In brief
- Scar tissue differs from healthy skin: it contains fewer elastic fibres and no sweat glands or hair follicles.
- Scar care includes scar cream with active ingredients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, panthenol, urea or aloe vera, as well as gentle massage.
- Professional procedures are fractional CO₂ laser, PRP therapy, TCA peel and microneedling.
- Fresh scars are sensitive to UV; daily sun protection with a high SPF prevents dark discolouration.
Scars are a natural part of wound healing, but they often remain as visible reminders. With the right scar care you can support your skin in a targeted way and treat scars so that they become suppler and less noticeable. A high-quality scar cream or a special scar treatment cream can promote the healing process, while modern cosmetic procedures improve the skin's appearance further.
The experts at Dermacare Vienna offer professional solutions to treat scars effectively. Find out which methods really help and what to look for when choosing a scar cream in order to achieve optimal results.
How do scars develop?
Scars develop when deeper layers of skin are injured. During healing, the body forms replacement tissue that differs in structure and colour from the surrounding skin. This scar tissue contains fewer elastic fibres and no sweat glands or hair follicles.
The most common causes of scars include:
- Surgical scars – develop after surgical procedures such as caesarean sections or plastic surgery.
- Acne scars – remain after severe acne or improper squeezing of spots.
- Burn scars – develop from deeper skin damage, for example after sunburn.
- Accident-related scars – cuts or grazes can leave visible scars.
- Stretch marks and pregnancy stretch marks – develop through strong stretching of the skin, for example in pregnancy or with weight fluctuations.
How can you treat scars?
Not every scar stays permanently visible. With early and targeted care, the skin's appearance can often be improved. Here are a few proven methods:
1. Scar cream: moisture & regeneration
The right scar cream plays a decisive role in scar care. It supplies the scar tissue with important active ingredients that help make the skin suppler, promote collagen production and improve skin elasticity. A well-formulated scar treatment cream can also soften the appearance of the scar and refine the skin structure.
When choosing your scar cream, look out for the following active ingredients:
- Vitamin C – promotes skin regeneration, can reduce pigment spots and gives a more even skin appearance.
- Vitamin E – strengthens the skin barrier and supports moisture retention to make scars softer.
- Panthenol – has a soothing effect, relieves redness and promotes wound healing.
- Urea – provides intensive moisture and improves the skin's elasticity.
- Aloe vera – cools and soothes the tissue and has a regenerating effect on the skin.
The regular use of a scar cream supports the skin in regenerating and can help scars become less noticeable. For optimal results, the cream should be gently massaged into the scar several times a day.
Dermacare Vienna offers professional advice on optimal scar care and helps you find the right scar treatment cream for your individual skin needs.
2. Scar massage: promoting elasticity
Gentle massage with a scar treatment cream or a nourishing oil helps make the tissue suppler and promotes circulation. Especially with fresh scars, targeted massage can support collagen production and loosen the scar tissue.
For effective scar care, massages should be carried out daily with gentle, circular movements. Special scar oils with silicone or vitamin E can support the healing process further.
3. Laser treatment of scars: a deep-acting treatment
For particularly conspicuous scars, laser therapy with the fractional CO₂ laser can help. This modern procedure removes the upper layers of skin precisely without damaging the surrounding tissue. The thermal energy produced stimulates the renewal of the skin and collagen production, which leads to a smoothing and tightening of the skin's appearance. Visible improvements are possible after the very first treatment, although several sessions are recommended depending on the depth and type of the scar.
The treatment is almost painless and is carried out on an outpatient basis. After the procedure, slight redness or swelling may occur, but it subsides within a few days. For optimal results and quick healing, it is important to avoid direct sunlight for at least four weeks and to use a high SPF. This advanced treatment method is offered by Dermacare Vienna to meet your individual skin needs.
4. PRP therapy (vampire lift) for scar care
PRP therapy uses the body's own plasma to treat scars and stimulate skin regeneration. Growth factors in the plasma promote collagen production and improve acne scars and surgical scars.
In combination with microneedling, the plasma penetrates deep into the skin and supports healing. The skin structure is refined, scars become flatter and the skin's appearance more even.
For optimal results, it is advisable to complement this with a high-quality scar cream. Dermacare Vienna offers individually tailored PRP therapies for targeted scar care and smoother skin.
5. Chemical peel for scar treatment
A TCA peel (trichloroacetic acid peel) is an effective method of reducing scars in a targeted way. It removes dead skin cells, stimulates cell renewal and promotes collagen production, which leads to visibly smoother skin. Particularly with acne scars, the TCA peel shows convincing results, as it penetrates deep into the skin and improves scars from within.
After the treatment, the skin begins to peel gently, revealing fresh, renewed skin. Several sessions may be necessary to achieve optimal results. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch with us. Here at Dermacare we offer many different highly effective peels for targeted scar reduction.
6. Dermaroller microneedling for scar care
Microneedling with the dermaroller stimulates collagen and elastin production by means of fine microneedles. Scars become flatter, smoother and less visible.
The treatment can be carried out either independently at home or professionally. If you want to be on the safe side, at Dermacare Vienna you benefit from state-of-the-art technology, medically supervised treatments and individually tailored care plans. We will be happy to advise you.
7. Sun protection: important protection for scars
Fresh scars are particularly sensitive to UV rays, as they contain less melanin. Without sufficient protection, they can discolour permanently and turn dark. Daily sun protection with a high sun protection factor (SPF 50) is therefore essential to avoid hyperpigmentation and to support the healing process.
Special sun protection products for sensitive skin or scars offer additional protection and supply the skin with moisturising active ingredients.
When should you start scar care?
As soon as a wound has healed completely or the stitches have been removed, care can begin. Regularly applying a moisturising scar cream and gentle massage in the first few weeks can have a positive effect on the healing process.
Whether from injuries, surgery or skin conditions, scars are often a permanent companion. But with the right care, whether through creams, massage or cosmetic treatments, their appearance can be markedly improved. Consistent scar care keeps the skin supple and can help scars become less visible over time.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, deeper acne scars can also be significantly improved with the CO2 laser. The laser penetrates the skin in a targeted way, stimulates collagen production and supports the regeneration of scar tissue. In this way, sunken or deeply marked scars are visibly smoothed. Depending on the depth of the scars, several sessions are often needed to achieve an optimal result, but today the treatment offers one of the most effective methods to permanently reduce acne scars and significantly improve the appearance of the skin.
Before the treatment the scalp is locally anesthetized with a special cream so that the treatment is barely painful. After the treatment the scalp should be cooled.
RF Microneedling at Dermacare Vienna is an innovative skin treatment that combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy. This method stimulates the skin to produce collagen and elastin, resulting in firmer and smoother skin.
