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What is good for scars on black skin?
Which cream is best for scars?
How do you fix black scars?
Do black scars go away?

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What is good for scars on black skin?

Seven ways to treat scarring on black skin.

Chemical Peels. ... .

Microneedling. ... .

Platelet Rich Therapy. ... .

Wrinkle Reducing Injection's & Dermal Fillers. ... .

Light -based Therapy. ... .

Silicone Gel and Sheets. ... .

Topical..

Which cream is best for scars?

Healthline's picks for the best scar creams.

SkinCeuticals Phyto +.

Cica-Care Gel Sheet..

Cimeosil Scar and Laser Gel..

ScarAway Silicone Scar Gel..

Tosowoong Green Tea Natural Pure Essence..

Honeydew Blemish Cream..

Mederma for Kids..

Derma E Scar Gel..

How do you fix black scars?

Read on for 10 options to discuss with your skin care specialist..

Over-the-counter (OTC) scar treatment cream. ... .

Facial massage. ... .

Chemical peels. ... .

Microdermabrasion. ... .

Dermabrasion. ... .

Microneedling. ... .

Fillers. ... .

Ablative laser resurfacing..

Do black scars go away?

Most dark spots will then fade on their own over time, but it may take a long time. Skin injury: As the wound heals, you may see a dark spot or patch. In time, the hyperpigmentation will fade if you don't re-injure your skin.