A: Yes, Mederma gel can be used for treating old scars; it will take approximately 3 to 6 months for old scars to improve the condition. These timelines are approximate and can vary among individuals. Mederma gel helps in reducing the scars by making them less visible, softer, and smoother.

The Mederma® scar product range can help you to start treating your acne scars as it is easily available in local stores, affordable and easy to use. Our products have been shown to be effective in reducing the appearance of scars all thanks to their triple action formula [10–12].

On older scars you may start using Mederma® PM Intensive Overnight Scar Cream immediately. Do not apply to broken skin. Generally, Mederma® PM Intensive Overnight Scar Cream users start to see noticeable improvement after about 4 weeks of daily usage, with optimum improvement in 8 weeks.

You can use Mederma Advanced Scar Gel on scars resulting from surgery, accidents, injury, burns and acne. You can use Mederma for ice pick scars and pockmarks caused by acne and chicken pox too.

The recommended treatment period with any of the Mederma® scar treatment products can be up to 6 months, or 8 weeks for new scars. During application, don't hesitate to massage your scar as you would do for a new one.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects.

Apply Mederma scar gel as needed to see a difference in your normal, pockmarks, ice pick scars and acne scars. In just 14 days, you can visibly reduce the appearance of acne scars with this 1x daily topical.

Ingredients that soften the skin These ingredients exfoliate the skin to soften the keratin protein in our skin – which gives our skin its rigidity and holds the outer layer of our skin together. These ingredients slough off dead skin cells, break down inflamed scar tissue and encourage healthy cell growth.

Formula – Mederma is a water-based, non-greasy gel, which the manufacturer states should not cause further acne breakouts or clogged pores. (Of course, it's always smart to patch-test a new product before you apply it to your whole face!)

How to Make Scars Less Visible

• Medicated Creams or Gels. 1/12. Over-the-counter skin medications such as creams or gels can help.
• Silicone Gel. 2/12.
• Zinc Supplements. 3/12.
• Scar Massage. 4/12.
• Injections. 5/12.
• Chemical Peel or Dermabrasion. 6/12.
• Laser Therapy. 7/12.
• Microneedling. 8/12.

You can begin using Mederma® Advanced Gel as soon as your wound has closed or your stitches have been removed. Mederma is not intended for use on open wounds. If a scab formed, wait until the scab falls off. While there is still a scab or stitches present, keep the wound clean and covered.

More doctors and pharmacists recommended Mederma than any other brand for older and newer scars. It works for many types of scars, including acne scars, surgery scars, and scars from burns, cuts, and other injuries. And since you only have to apply Mederma. Advanced Scar Gel once a day, it's easy to use.