20 Best Scar Cream For Surgery (2023 Updated)

I got this in my Ipsy bag. I am a chemical exfoliant connoisseur, however, this is not one I would have picked out on my own. Something about this type of product being sold at grocery stores deters me.

I have to admit that I am pleasantly surprised at how much I love this. I opened my bag after returning from a short trip to Florida, so my skin was sun-kissed (not burnt-I wore SPF religiously) and it was tired from the traveling.

I used it that evening under some aloe vera gel and my regular moisturizer. I was half expecting for it to cause some irritation because of how tired my skin already was, but I woke up to incredibly happy skin! I was shocked.

My face was so soft and smooth, I had very minimal texture, and it even reduced some acne scarring-all after one use. This is definitely going to become a new vacation/summer essential for me. It’s potent enough to give my skin the refresh it needs, but gentle enough that it wont damage my skin barrier during/after traveling and sun exposure.

I’m so happy this was brought into my life.

I used this for stretch marks, which it’s not readily marketed for, so I didn’t expect major results, but I definitely am a happy customer now. At first I was worried because it made my saggy white stretch marks brighter and pink again.

However, when it did that it also made my skin more plump, so I trusted the process and kept using the product. The new redness of the marks subsided after about a week more of use, and I became very pleased with the end of container results.

After about a month straight of using it once a day (which is about how long the container lasted me), every day after my shower, my stretch marks are much thinner in width, and even though the marks are still pale, they are way closer to skin toned.

Areas of stretch marks I used it for: belly, inner thighs, booty, “love handles”, inner upper arms. I see the most drastic results in the booty (as in the stretch marks are basically INVISIBLE!), the belly and inner upper arms (which is where they’re thinner and more skin toned), with a moderate amount of change on the inner thighs (but still results nonetheless!), and the least progress on the “love handles.

” Will be buying again as needed!.

I have been using this for almost two months on an old surgery scar. I have recently noticed improvement in the edges/texture/and color. The changes are more noticeable in the spots that were flatter, there now are spots on the scar that are looking more like normal skin.

The raised parts seem to take longer to see a difference with. The jar says to use it for 3-6 months because it is an older scar. I hope to keep seeing improvement this slow and steady improvement is more noticeable than the silicon sheet, laser treatments, and injections that I have tried before.

The only downside I found is it takes a while to dry, due to the large size of scar that is covered by clothes I do not always have time to sit and wait for it to dry in the morning. Also for a large scar this bottle only last 2 weeks when used twice a day.

A larger bottle for larger scars would be nice especially since it takes a while to see results.

I’ve been using it at night for the past 6 months, and just finished the whole jar. I’ve used during the day. Finished 3 tubes of the gel, and one bottle of the oil. The cream is a bit thick, but when you rub it on the scar it dries up really quickly so no need to worry about transferring the product on your sheets or PJs.

The jar is nice, the product is really nice to use. However, it was essentially ineffective for one thing that it is supposed to do – get rid of scars. I have multiple scars on my knees of various sizes, and it didn’t manage to get rid of even the tiniest one.

Granted, the scars are pretty old, so maybe that’s why this whole range didn’t work. Still doesn’t take away from my dissatisfaction with the products. I put these products religiously every single day for the past 6 months, and zero effect.

It didn’t even manage to work on recent and very tiny scars. I’m really disappointed to the point where I won’t be purchasing any scar treatments from this brand in the future.

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I want to put this on my whole body it’s so luxuriously velvety smooth… HOWEVER, using for post-op breast EXplant/lift and mini tummy tuck to remove painful adhesions from two prior myomectomies… only on day one using this as my doctor has only just cleared me for “regular activity and skin care regimens” lol… only on day one but feeling optimistic.

Using it on my breast scars abdominal scars and as my night face cream… cuz why not, right? (is that ok? Jk Lol).

I have been using this for 3 weeks now and i can honestly say, i started seeing results the 2nd day i used it. This product has shrunk my scars within 3 weeks. I’m going to continue using it for about another month just to see if the scar will totally shrink to flat.

I highly recommend. You have to be consistent and use it at least twice a day EVERYDAY for best results.

Was given this product a while ago. It did nothing. I have extensive scaring from acne and injuries but this product did nothing to improve the appearance of any type of scarring I have. Not satisfied at all but glad I didn’t spend money on it.

Maybe it’s just too thick but my scar did not like thus stuff. I have a whopper that goes down my entire forehead and this stuff made my skin get inflamed. I don’t remember the price but I remember my plastic surgeon telling me to stop using it immediately.

A few years ago I got into a bicycle accident that resulted in facial scarring. The scaring was significant, but after using this product, it is barely noticeable. I was genuinely surprised with how well it worked and how fast I could see improvement.

I would recommend this to everyone!.

Very easy to rub in. I use it every now and then on my scar since I had my c section. It’s lightened it up a bit would recommend! 😋 along with these!! Omg I loved them you could place it over your cut reuse after a shower.

I had neck surgery and immediately started to use this product and it has helped tremendously. I now use solid silicone to continue the healing process and also have Mederma advanced 1x a day scar therapy.

It dries up fast at end of day is flaky but it protects your scar and that’s all that matters. I’ve been using Mederma on this scar for over two years.

I got lotion burned and the healing cream the OTHER company gave me to heal with failed~ miserably! I then searched and this popped up. Any sort of scars basically said would heal. I use it every day, 2x daily! It’s still healing and I’m still on the same container and it’s only been 3ish months since using!.

I was soooooo self conscious of my neck! Hid my neck with my hair but now, not as embaressed, it’s almost fully healed. Have no idea if it’ll ever be normal again but it’s finally camouflaged with my skin.

What they say is true~ you’ll see real improvement if you use every day 2x daily for a month! I’ll still be using it until I don’t see anymore changes happening! I’m so happy I can rely on shelf products rather than spending hundreds at a dermatologist visit AND perscription!.

I love this scar cream! I have a scar from surgery and i have been using this for the past few months and i see a big difference! I love this product because it is extremely easy to use and it just feels like sunscreen.

I went to the beach a few weeks ago and put sunscreen only on my scar just to see if the spf works, and it did!! I had a tan everywhere except for that area and it works great! I also see a visible fade, i would repurchase.

I have a small shingles patch above my eye. Daily use of this product has given me a noticeable lightning of the scar. It was once red and is now a dark pink with some areas a lighter pink. I am happy to see how well it is working so far.

Since sun is a natural enemy to scars I got the package with the sunscreen. It is well worth trying …. Recommend trying this product.

My surgeon recommended this silicone scar gel after breast surgery that left significant scarring (anchor scar from a breast lift (that’s around the entire areola, down from the areola to the breast crease, and under the breast,) so a pretty big scar) I’ve been using it consistently for 3 months and am really pleased with its performance.

I began using scar away gel 2 weeks after surgery, when I was able to take off my steristrips. The scars were originally a livid purple and raised because they were still very new in the healing process.

I apply morning and night. For the first 2 weeks or so, you could actually see the outline of the scar through my surgical recovery bra because it was fairly raised. After about 4 weeks of consistent use, my scars have completely flattened out, and you cannot detect them at all by feel.

They are also now just a dark pink rather than livid red-purple. That’s to be expected, they will eventually fade to white and be basically invisible. The only reason I have knocked off one star is because sometimes it’s hard to tell with the roller top if the product is dispensing.

So I roll it on and then stand under a light to see if it’s shiny. It dries fairly quickly and is unscented. I would much rather use this than scar sheets.

I had a hip replacement and started using the gel once the wound had healed. the surrounding skin and scab was very dry and the gel helped a lot with this. Once a I started swimming the chlorine would dry the scar tissue quite badly and the gel definitely helped with the itching and suppleness.

Overall there are areas which have pretty much healed completely and there’s no sign of a scar. Quite amazed with that. Some parts are still visible but they were the more “angry” areas of redness (where the stitches slightly parted) but they are considerably better than before and looking like it should disappear like the other areas.

I was initially applying the gel twice per day for about 3 weeks now once per day for 4-5 weeks. the 15g tube is still going. I thought it quite expensive at first but the results are positive and the tube has lasted quite a while.

£28 to reduce or so far completely remove the scarring was money well spent as the scar is on the front of my upper thigh. I ordered another tube as I will keep using it as it looks like it may well hide my scar.

Very happy with the gel. Glad I used it all this time.

Have been using Kelo-Cote scar gel for a month now, so it’s probably a bit early to really see any results. I’m using it on a fresh scar from ankle surgery about 3 weeks after I had the cast off. I have noticed some bits of the scar have disappeared slightly, however the red angry incision line is still quite prominent.

I will continue to use this for as long as this takes for the scar to look less visible. A little goes a long way in terms of application. Still got about half the tube left after applying twice a day.

It is a bit sticky after application but I guess that’s what you would want to know it’s providing a seal over your scar. Also used on some pimple scarring which has helped reduce the redness. Have attached a photo of how the scar looked day one before first application to today – 1 month later.

I’ve been using the product for 6 weeks now. I started using it twice a day as directed, but sometimes I forget and only use it once a day. My acne scars have shown incredible improvement. As an adult, my acne never went away and I’ve had it most of my life all over my shoulders and chest.

This has made such an improvement on the scars that I’m able to wear tank tops with confidence again and my mother wants to get it for my teenager nephews to help them as well. I’m going to continue to order this and see how much better my skin gets.

I’ve tried so many products over the years and I’ve been allergic to most of them, which only makes the acne worse. This is the first one that didn’t make me break out. I couldn’t be happier!.

Was originally very skeptical of any kind of scar gel. My mom is a doctor and recommended Mederma, but after reading reviews online, I decided to try this instead, even though it was more expensive. I have to say, I am SO glad I did.

I basically thought I was buying into a “placebo effect” medicine for my scars because I really didn’t think it would do anything, but I have been amazed! Within three days, I could see parts of my scar already looking whiter.

As I’ve continue to use it, it has only gotten better. I truly believe my scar will be completely gone in a few weeks. So thankful to have found this product! Well worth the money!.

So far so good. This is supposed to be a medical grade scar remover which would usually be more expensive. definitely a great option. been using for over a month and still waiting to see better results.

I had a severe allergic reaction to the skinuva scar treatment after only 1 use. I used it on my tiny chin scar after the incision has healed & scabs are gone. I first used it 2 months post healed incision.

I developed rashes, severe itching, swelling of my face & neck 4 hours after application. I went to the urgent care because i started having throat dryness & i was afraid that my trachea may swell up.

I was given a dexamethasone injection, prescribed meds to go home to- zyrtec, pepcid & prednisone tablets. I do not know what was the component of this scar treatment that gave me a severe allergic reaction.

I had used Mederma in the past & this didnt give me any allergy at all. I bought this for $75 & i can’t even use it. What a waste of my money. Buyers beware of allergic reaction.

This scar cream really works. Just a little goes a long way, and there’s more in the cannisters than you think there is. I had dark, raised surgery scars on both my chest and abdomen, but after 9 months of dedicated use (morning and night application) my scars have faded so significantly, that they barely look like surgery scars at all now.

They are just faint pink lines that are continuing to fade. So happy with this product. Definitely worth the price.

Skinuva didn’t work well for me. It was recommended by my doctor to help with scars after surgery. Immediately after using, I developed little red itchy bumps. My doctor said to stop using it and gave me a prescription for a strong hydrocortisone cream.

Everyone is different, maybe it will work for for others? I would recommend trying to get a sample 1st.

I had ankle reconstruction surgery last November and the scar was terrible! I tried SkinMedica after first trying another expensive brand but this one wins out by far! I tried one with allantion and the scar felt slightly moisturized but nothing more and then I found out you can buy it in a drugstore for like 5 bucks.

When I found the SkinMedica my scar actually started healing! Not only does it look 100 percent better but I felt like I previously had nerve damage and all the feeling came back after I started using this.

My boyfriend even said he can barely see the scar now. It’s a miracle worker!.

Collagen sheets would be a more effective treatment if you are looking to treat any scars of significant size. They say thing can help with C-section scars or surgical scars, but you are going to go through this pretty quickly if it’s a scar of any significant size or quantity.

You also want to make sure that you are using this on a newer scar. I tested it on an old and new scar. Old, there was zero improvement and on the new. I didn’t see anything that it did to improve it that a 7 dollar bottle of polysporin wouldn’t treat with the same results.

As most people, I too was thinking is this another product that promises you results only to fall short? Well it’s not a miracle cream but it works. About 2 years ago I went to a dermatologist is get some laser treatments on my acne scars.

Well I ended with more scars and the scars that I already had were still there. I’ve been using this product now for about 10 weeks and i’m beginning to see my scars start to fade. I’m really impressed but at the same time I know that it’s probably gonna be a year before I can really say that.

my scarfs have really faded away. I know this because the product works that I’m gonna be using it for the rest of my life. I paid $6500 to a dermatologist just to give me scars where I didn’t have any, and to leave the ones I did have.

A word of advice, stay away from laser treatments, and try this product it woking for me.

I’ve had four lines of white smooth stretch marks on one of my breast’s since I was a teenager. I started applying this ointment every now and then. To be honest, I didn’t expect much. But! 4 weeks have passed and I can barely see my stretch marks.

Started using the ointment every day to see if they improve any further.

So this product does seem to lessen the appearance of scars. It does not make they go away, but be less noticeable. The price really could be better. Also, this product takes a long time to really work.

Which made me wonder, did my scar fade on its own or did this product fade it.

this products does soften the scar but if the scar is really old I’m not too sure if this is for you. I stopped using this because i felt that it does not work for the types of scars i have (keloids).

it did soften the texture but nothing more than that.

I’ve tried out this product and honestly did not apply religiously. Perhaps if I stuck with it from the beginning I would have seen better results.

I am dark skinned. When I was young (10+ years ago) I used this on a scar from a deep cut that was sutured and had healed. It didn’t help much. My scar is black and had not faded after using this product for months.

It’s a purple gel with a decent smell. What doesn’t work for me, may work for someone else. I still recommend giving it a try. It was quite pricey back then. I don’t know what the price is like now.

My kids are always getting hurt and falling. I mean they’re kids that’s what they’re supposed to do right ? Well I’m so happy that I found mederma for kids. Their product really does work ! I’ve seen scars that have gone away just 12 hours after using it.

Some others take a few applications depending on the scar but I works and you don’t need much. Id say one tiny tube lasts at least 6 months to a year if not longer.

I just tried the scar gel. For now, it’s good as a scar gel means for kids. It’s purple gel with nice lite flower fragrance. It’s fun color! It goes on smooth and dry fast ( goes clear after dry ).

Since I just started using it so, I’m not sure if it works or not. I will update the result later in a month.

I was an accident that impacted my face immediately and left with a horrible scar/scab in the middle of my forehead. I used Mederma in the past and never saw any real results and I always felt like I wasted my money.

So I searched and scoured online until I found this product and wanted to give it a shot due to its rave results and reviews. After using this product for less than 24 hours I saw immediate results. I’ve use this product for now a less than five days and I’ve seen a dramatic success in the diminishment of this facial scar.

I will definitely recommend this product for anyone trying to get rid of any deemed scar or ugly mark.

This gel is so smooth. Makes skin feel like velvet. A little goes a long way. I don’t yet know how well it is working on the scars. , but I like the feel of it. Arrived through USPS in mailbox, not at door, in case you are watching for that.

Was no problem for me.

Although I have just received this product a couple of days ago, it was sent to me in a very timely fashion and it is the identical product (except for the name brand) to what my doctor gave to me, and for a quarter of the price.

Even the applicator is identical so I’m very happy to be able to save money and still use this great product.

I was recommended to use Dermatix by the surgeon who carried out my operation. This was to remove a wart which had appeared above my eyebrow. I waited for 5 weeks to ensure it was doing what I wanted.

I have been using it twice daily in that time and I can say I am very pleased with the results. I was concerned about whether I would have enough for 2 months applications but the 15g tube was ample.

The price has increased by 2 since my purchase but for what it does I believe its still worth the extra.

I have not used this product previously and did not feel it made much difference initially. However in the past month I notice when I don’t use the dermatix silicone then the itching and swelling comes back.

Definitely will continue using as scarring has definitely reduced.

The gel itself is really good and does exactly what it says on the box and instructions. The gel squeezes out slowing making sure you dont waste any. It has helped with my scar healing so I would definitely recommend this product.

The downside to the product is its size not impressed with how small is actually is when you takeout out of the box !!! I will be looking to buy a bigger tube next time but will definitely shop around for the best deal.

I tried the OTC scar removal agents that you can get at Walmart and other stores and I tried the Derma-E scar gel, but this is hands down the best scar removal agent I have ever used. I have been using it for about 2 weeks and I can already see the difference!!! I have some old scars that I know will take extra time to get rid off but applying this once daily (sometimes I do apply twice a day but only when I can remember to).

Within these 2 weeks my older scars have gotten so much lighter that it seriously mind blowing to me. I used the Derma-E scar gel and it did not give me the results I see with Stratpharma Strataderm Scar Therapy Gel.

I would recommend this to every person I know that wants to help remove scaring. I am SOOO happy a worker at the retail store recommended this to me!.

I was prescribed this ointment following the major laparoscopy surgery. My wounds/scars are healing very well and fast, compared to the previous experience when I didn’t use this ointment, it took more than a month for my incisions to close properly.

The tip is to use a t-shirt or a vest under clothes as the ointment is a bit greasy and sometimes can stain the clothes if I put too much. I have ordered the second tube to continue as it works for me.

Used for new breast lift scars. It does not dry in 3-4 minutes, nowhere close!!! The instructions are so vague. It says that if it doesn’t dry in 3-4min then you’re using too much. I was using such a tiny miniscule amount it wasn’t enough to cover the scars and it still wouldn’t dry.

One time I waited 30minutes and it still wasn’t dry! If your scar comes in contact with clothing, silicon tape is a far superior product and you have the confidence that the tape is on the scar properly.

Using this product I was forever worried that I hadn’t applied it properly and it took 20-30minutes of waiting time to see if it had dried.

I got a 1cm surgical operation on my face. And I bought this hoping this would fade my scar. Surprisedly ,after half year, I already couldn’t found where the scar is ! And I thought maybe the formula of this product would help my cheek’s allergy which always would be red and itching every time after exposed under sunlight and in dry air.

After a period time, the red spots on my cheeks were gone. It’s amazing! Recently I use this as the real screen scream before makeup daily,and I really found it’s good to my allergic skin. It protect my skin to be stimulated by cosmetics!.

I would seriously recommend to get this scar gel! It really works on me! I used to have a scar on my ankle and I was so insecure about it. So I decided to give this a shot, and it gets better week by week! It comes in a small tube and you don’t need to apply a lot.

Save your money. This product is made with petrochemicals to create a waxy barrier over the scar. It does absolutely nothing to soften or improve the appearance of the tissue. I gave it a good month of trial and actually made the scar more dry and unseemly.

I really loved this item. It was extremely soft and silky on my skin. I’m not sure I saw much of a difference with the change in the appearance of my scar, but my skin way definitely more hydrated and softer.

I was a little surprised when it came and it was so small, but you really just need a drop of it and it will go a long way. It lasted me quite longer than I expected. The only thing I found a bit frustrating was how small the cap was.

I found it difficult to put on securely from time to time, but that was so minor. Overall, I really enjoyed using this product.

I am 50 years old with scars from surgeries (spots that were removed and a hysterotomy). I can not say enough great things about this product! I am very careful about using clean products on my skin and this has fulfilled its expectations of diminishing my scars.

They are still visible but much less noticeable! I have been using it for about 2 months now! Thank you for creating this wonderful product!.

I’ve been using the Nemah scar cream for a little over a month now and couldn’t be happier with the product and I LOVE this brand! I used Mederma scar cream after my first c-section then switched to Nemah for my second.

I just had my 6 week postpartum checkup and the doctor was very pleased with how well my scar is healing. The price is very reasonable and I love that I’m supporting such an amazing brand with my purchase.

I had to try this neutriderm scar removal KS cream, Ive been suing it for 8 weeks post my thyroidectomy, Ive been using it twice each day. And I can see a huge improvement in scar red colour and overall smoothness, I will continue to use it for the months to come to completely get rid of the scar.

Thankyou so much for this amazing product.

This product is great for dry and skin that needs a little healing from acne scars. It does not feel too heavy on the face. Although it has a mild smell, it does not last long. Wonderful product for sensitive skin and to use any time and as much as you want during the day.

I recently got a scar from a cut on my shin while playing football, I have very light skin and the scar was always visible and red even a year later! I do regret leaving it for that long specially when I used this cream for a week in a row and no joke the scar faded more than it did that entire year without any treatment.

I wish knew about this cream sooner!.

Absolute game changer! Recently added this product to my routine, as a skin specialist I’m always on the hunt for the purest and strongest ingredients and this product lives up to the skinceuticals rep! I managed to get my acne under control drug free due to a strict skincare and treatment routine but was still slightly struggling with the marks after a breakout.

Thankfully I don’t have this problem anymore this product is easy to use and results driven 100% recommend I love it!.

I tried other silicone creams which were expensive, messy, made me break out. This is soothing, and I need a small amount for a very large scar. It within a few weeks has made the scar much less angry.

I don’t break out from the cream. I’m very happy so far as the scar is softening. I’m very curious to see how this helps in the longer term as my scar is thicker and irritated.