Scars vs. Stretch Marks: What’s the Difference?

Stretch marks and scars are visible marks of the body’s healing process, but they form for different reasons. Learn more about how they form and how you can treat them to reduce their appearance.

What Are Stretch Marks?

Stretch marks are created when the skin stretches or shrinks rapidly. The sudden changes cause the dermis, an underlayer of skin, to …

Understanding Scar Discoloration

Scars are more than a reminder of an injury — they can affect your self-esteem and body image. Some scars may become darker or change color, making them stand out. Discoloration can occur because of healing processes, skin type, and environmental influences. Luckily, many treatments exist to treat pigmented scars. 

Dr. Nathan Brought knows scars inside out. He and the …

Scar Treatment

Your skin may be the first thing people notice about you. Healthy skin indicates a balanced and active lifestyle, which keeps you looking young. Protecting your skin is an essential priority to maintaining your appearance and feeling confident.

However, even cautious and proactive people can sustain injuries or damage, resulting in lasting scars. Fortunately, scar removal treatments can cover and …

Do Scars Ever Go Away Completely?

Scars are reminders of past injuries, surgeries, or other traumatic experiences, and often we just want them to go away completely. But because scar tissue is different from the surrounding tissues, it is generally permanent. There are many different types of scars, and each one may heal in a different way from other scars. If scars are bothering you, the …

8 Natural Remedies for Scar Removal

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