What should I do with my 6 year old scar and keratosis pilaris? (Photo)

You have PIH and rubor following a superficial injury to the skin. Local wound care followed by skin lighteners to help improve the color are appropriate. Melarase creams can help even out the dark discoloration. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

There is no cure for scars but it can be improved with fractional laser combined with VBeam/pulsed dye laser.  I suggest a silicone based product such as ScarMD or Biocorneum topically and a vitamin A cream.  You should see a cosmetic dermatologist with experience to evaluate and treat...

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and...

Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and...

Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...