How dermatologists recommend treating scars on your face and body

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Scarring, whether caused by acne, surgery or another wound-inducing experience, is almost as inevitable as it is permanent. If your scars create textural changes to your skin, medical intervention by a dermatologist is your best bet.

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However, that's not always the case — at-home treatments can help fade some types of scars into the skin, making them less noticeable, according to experts. Below, I rounded up some over-the-counter options to consider, based on expert guidance.

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I compiled a list of at-home, dermatologist-recommended products that can prevent wounds from turning into noticeable scars or minimize the appearance of existing scars. Remember: to help treat scars, experts recommend consulting with a dermatologist first.

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This Topicals serum is a favorite among NBC Selected editors, who tried it on their acne scars and dark spots over the course of two months. Our editors say it noticeably lightened scars with consistent use. The serum has a combinations of tranexamic acid, kojic acid and azelaic acid, which…

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