Below, dermatologists and plastic surgeons break down the different types of scars and how to heal them with products, procedures, and in-office treatments. What are the different types of scars?

In the case of traumatic scars, the fibroblasts in the area may be damaged and not able to produce enough collagen. Acne ...

Research has shown that using scar tape on a wound can help minimize scarring and promote better healing. Dermatologists tell you exactly how to use scar tape.

Panthenol: Panthenol, also known as Vitamin B5, prevents scar formation and helps quickly heal wounds. Allantoin: This skin soother has been known to help reduce existing lesions as well as ...

Scar tissue is an effective short-term solution to quickly patch up wounded skin, but it’s not so great long-term. A new hydrogel helps by triggering a regenerative immune response, so skin ...

Researchers at Stanford believe they may be on the trail of a drug that could allow the skin to heal without scars.