Electrolysis scars

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD answers: Will nose scars after Electrolysis improve?

I am left with scars around my nose after red vein electrolysis treatment three weeks ago. One scar is quite deep and sunken, and is painful to touch. I have started to use Contractubex gel on the scars but haven't noticed any improvements after 10 days of use. Will these scars improve?


Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
8 months ago

My recommendation for this type of scar would be either Biafine or Scar Guard.

If the area pigments then I would recommend something with hydoquinone ond/or kojic acid.

It would also be best to return to the physician or pracitioner who performed the electorlysis to evaluate the areas.

Good luck. 

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