Scars are a normal part of healing after surgery. Still, many people are surprised by how long it can take for a surgical scar to fade and how visible it may remain without the right care. If you want to support your skin and reduce scarring, early aftercare is essential.
What Is a Surgical Scar?
A surgical scar forms where the skin has been cut and repaired. Your body produces collagen to close the wound,
but this process can leave a mark on the skin. Even when the incision is small or carefully placed, scarring may still occur.
The Importance of Early Care
Once the wound has closed and your skin is no longer open, recovery moves into the next phase. This is the ideal time to begin using a scar cream. Proper hydration and skin barrier support at this stage can help the scar fade more quickly and reduce the chance of it becoming raised, red or uncomfortable.
What a Good Scar Cream Can Do
A well-formulated scar cream does more than moisturise. It can:
- Improve skin texture and softness
- Calm irritation and relieve itching
- Support natural healing
- Make the scar less noticeable
“I’ve suffered from chronic inflammation on my face, for years. My skin healed every time, although slowly, but the inflammation kept on recurring, becoming more frequent and more serious. Eventually an autoimmune disorder was diagnosed. In 3 years I had a total of 22 operations. And every surgery results in a scar.
I tried many scar creams over the years. My response to ALHYDRAN has been extremely good. I can apply ALHYDRAN to my skin immediately after the wound has closed. It has a very soothing effect on my skin and my scars have definitely become less visible.”– Renee, Hoofddorp, the Netherlands
“I must first of all thank you for the sample. After my umpteenth cleft lip operation, I tried ALHYDRAN. The scar now feels soft and flexible and doesn’t look so red.”
– Wanda, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
What If Your Surgical Scar Has Already Formed?
It is not too late to take action. Even if your scar has already developed, your skin can still benefit from extra care. A scar cream such as ALHYDRAN may help reduce symptoms like redness, irritation or discomfort, and can improve the skin’s appearance over time.
Why ALHYDRAN?
ALHYDRAN is a medical cream that is widely used in hospitals and clinics. It combines freshly processed Aloe Vera with nourishing ingredients that deeply hydrate and help repair the skin barrier. This supports the healing of both new and older surgical scars, and is particularly suitable for sensitive or damaged skin.
