Wearing the Right Clothing
Avoid touching or covering the scar for up to two weeks. Immediately following your surgery, you should not attempt to place any fabrics, makeup, or creams on your scar unless directed to do so by your doctor. Touching or improperly dressing the wound can cause it to take longer to heal. Always care for the scar according to your doctor's instructions.
Wear a shirt with a high collar. Collared shirts will cover the scar without drawing any attention to your neck. Polo, oxford, turtleneck, and mandarin shirts are all good options for covering your scar. If you have a button-up shirt, close the buttons all the way up until your scar is covered.
Drape a necklace over the scar. Try wearing chunky jewelry with large beads or rhinestones. Thick gold or silver chains also work. Try on necklaces until you find something that will lay directly across the scar. Do not wear jewelry until the wound is healed. Talk to your doctor to learn when you can start wearing necklaces.
Wrap a scarf around your neck. This is a great option no matter what time of year it is. Even in warmer months, you can wear a light silk or cotton scarf tied in a stylish fashion. A scarf can also protect your scar from the sun, which may help it fade faster.
Concealing Scars with Makeup
Choose a concealer that is one shade lighter than your complexion. A slightly lighter shade will disguise the scar. When purchasing concealer, test samples of concealer on your neck to see if it matches. Dermablend and Dermaflage are both special brands of makeup that are designed to cover scars. You can also use drugstore brands. Most stores will have a consultant who can help you find the perfect concealer.
Apply a silicone based primer. A primer will help your makeup stay in place while silicone can fill in the scar. Put a pea-sized amount on your finger, and gently apply it over your scar.
Pat the concealer over the scar. Apply small dots of concealer across the scar, and use a finger to dab it against your skin. Pat the concealer into your skin instead of rubbing it to help it blend naturally.
Brush powder over the scar. Use either a transparent powder or find a powder that matches your skin tone. Gently dab the brush in the powder, and sweep it over the concealer until it is blended. This will help your concealer last throughout the day.
Fading the Scar
Wear SPF 30 sunscreen every day. Sun exposure can exaggerate the appearance of scars. Rub sunscreen into your scar fifteen minutes before you go out into the sun. Reapply after two hours of sun exposure.
Place a silicone sheet on top of the scar. You can buy silicone scar sheets from pharmacies and grocery stores. Place one clear, adhesive silicone strip over the scar, and remove after twelve hours. It can take up to three months to see results. These are most effective in the first few months after surgery. Do not use silicone sheets while the wound is still healing.
Get laser treatment. A doctor may be able to remove or reduce the appearance of your scar using a special laser. Talk to your doctor to see if this treatment is right for you. Laser treatment can be expensive, however.
Get a medical tattoo. These tattoos can cover up the scar with a natural skin-colored ink. Talk to your doctor to see if this is a good option for you.
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