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    Scarring/Scars

    We tend to think of scarring as a bad thing. Even Disney named their most despicable character
    in the movie Lion King, Scar. However, a real scar is what remains after our integumentary system
    has done its job to keep us healthy and alive. What we usually object to is the cosmetic aspect of
    these "natural Band-Aids" that keep us from bleeding to death and prevent foreign bacteria and
    infection from invading our bodies.

    Basically, when an area of the skin becomes compromised, like in the case of an abrasion or burn the
    undamaged cells toward the edges of the wound break their contact with the basement membrane;
    and enlarge and migrate across the wound.

    When these cells encounter each other their migration is stopped by a phenomena called “contact
    inhibition.” According to the research, when one epidermal cell encounters another, its course is
    altered until it encounters another epidermal cell. While some cells are migrating to the middle of
    the wound, others are stationary and dividing to replace the migrating cells.

    When an injury is deeper, like an accidental cut or a surgical incision, the process is
    more complex and a scar can result.  The first phase of deep wound healing is the
    inflammatory phase where the vessels and cells respond to dispose of microbes, foreign
    tissue and debris in preparation for repair.
    During this phase, a blood clot forms loosely uniting the edges of the wound allowing epithelial cells
    to migrate across the wound. It is in the next phase, called the migratory phase, that the clot becomes
    a scab and fibroblasts begin to synthesize scar tissue using collagen fibers and protein polysaccharides.
    The next phase, the proliferation phase, is a time of great activity of epithelial cell growth, the fibroblasts
    are producing collagen in random patterns and blood vessels are forming. Finally, the scab sloughs
    off, the collagenous fibers organize, and the fibroblasts begin to disappear.

    Three major factors influence tissue repair: nutrition, blood circulation and age. Protein rich diets are
    of importance because most of the cell structure is made of protein. Vitamins also play an important
    role in wound healing. Vitamin A is essential in the replacement of epithelial tissues. Vitamin C is
    required for the manufacturing of collagen and the formation of blood vessels. With vitamin C
    deficiencies, even superficial wounds fail to heal. There is some research to support that vitamin E
    may prevent scarring and vitamin K assists in blood clotting. The minerals Zinc and Silica are also
    thought to be important in healing processes involving collagen.

    Proper blood circulation is imperative to the healing process. It’s the blood that transports the cellular
    defense system to the site of the injury and removes the waste that would otherwise interfere with
    healing. Younger people are thought to have a better nutritional environment, a richer blood supply,
    and a faster metabolism leading to quicker cellular duplication and overall healing. People with poor
    circulation—like diabetics—many times suffer from poor wound healing.

    We have already stated that collagen is important to the healing process. If the rate of collagen
    breakdown in the healing process surpasses collagen production, the scar tends to be flatter and
    softer. If collagen production surpasses breakdown a hypertrophic or keloid scar develops and is
    usually elevated and irregular in shape. Products like Revitol can reduce the number of fibroblasts
    therefore reducing excess collagen.

    One of the most important things known about the healing and scarring process is that moisture
    plays a significant role. Whether it is the retention of the body’s own fluid through the use of silicone
    based sheets and creams or a gelatinous healing film of aloe vera, which is also believed to have
    natural antibacterial properties, moisture is the key to natural scar reduction. Moisture rich remedies
    made from primrose, lavender and olive oil have been known to reduce scarring. Many people report
    that the application of chickweed as a good antidote for scars.

    10 Tips From The Experts at Native Remedies On How To Reduce and Prevent Scarring

    Although it may be impossible to prevent scarring, there are a number of ways to
    prevent the formation of scars from acne, abrasions, wounds and surgery.

    *Incorporate fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains into your diet

    *Drink plenty of water to flush toxins from the body’s system

    *Avoid touching, rubbing, picking or popping pimples

    *Use a concealer or corrective foundation to cover scars on the face or body

    *Always apply sunblock and never allow direct sunlight to shine on the damaged area
    when going outside – this will avoid further scarring and pigmentation

    *Cover a cut with a bandage or Band-Aid to keep it moist and prevent a scab from forming -
    a moist wound heals faster than a dry one with a less visible scar

    *Avoid physical workouts such as weight and cardio training because too much stretching and
    flexing of the wound can lead to a thick or raised scar

    *Massage the affected area once new skin has grown as this will lessen the appearance of
    the scar

    *Avoid using hydrogen peroxide on your scar as it may damage new skin tissue and interfere
    with re-growth

    *Avoid certain dangerous prescription drugs such as Accutane as they slow the healing process  


    Herbal and Homeopathic Scar Treatments
Skin Dr.  - Oral Treatment for Scarring and Skin Health
Taken internally, Skin Dr. tablets help to maintain balance and hydration
of the skin, as well as the supply of oxygen at cellular level. In addition,
routine removal of old skin cells and the natural regenerative processes
of the skin are also supported.
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