Scar development

By Metro Creative

Scars can develop if an injury is not treated properly or you didn’t think a cut was deep enough to necessitate treatment. Scars also may develop after surgery or another medical procedure.

Scars may be dark marks, which are pink, red or brown patches that result from post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Cuts, burns and other injuries to the skin, including acne, can contribute to hyperpigmentation.

Certain scars may fade and become less noticeable on their own, but there are other ways to speed the process along. Dark scars can be made less visible after the application of topical treatments, such as those with salicylic acid or glycolic acid peels, which help promote cell turnover, advises the beauty experts at Good Housekeeping. At-home topical brightening ingredients are another option that can be discussed with a dermatologist.

— Metro Creative