It is never too late to start a daily regimen of a scar oil but it takes time. Scars are a natural part of the healing process. They occur when the dermis, thicker layer of skin, is damaged.
Application needs to be regular and it may be necessary to continue for 3 to 6 months. Apply the oil blend to the scar area twice a day. The ingredients in this blend are expensive but diligence in application, patience and time hopefully can make a difference.
For more detailed information about the ingredients and the product itself, visit my website
www.meadowmuffingardens.com
Rosehip seed oil, Hazelnut oil, Tamanu oil and Emu oil are the important carrier oils in this blend.
Tamanu oil has recently been added to this recipe. Tamanu oil is from the seed of the tropical evergreen Tamanu Tree. It helps with the production of collagen.
Rosehip seed oil is very high in gamma-linolenic acid and Vitamin C
Hazelnut oil is a gentle, light oil full of vitamins and minerals, and compatible with all skin types.
Emu oil is gaining in popularity not only as a great moisturizer but for issues with the skin. What makes it so unique is that it has the ability to penetrate at the cellular level. Called a transdermal oil, it goes deep without irritating, allowing it to be very effective.
Emu oil is fantastic because the fatty acid properties of emu oil are very similar to that of humans. A very rich source of necessary fatty acids, 3, 6 and 9.
Essential oils are very beneficial because their molecules can quickly enter blood circulation.
Everlasting (Helichrysum italicum) essential oil is a very expensive oil which can be cost inhibiting, but its effectiveness when combined with Rosehip seed oil is well known.
Carrot seed essential oil is what is called a carotenoid and carotene containing oil, which are natural vitamin A compounds.
While Lavender essential oil is used in the formula for fresh wounds, Sage is included in blends for old, long healed over sites.
For more information about the ingredients and their beneficial properties, visit my website:
www.meadowmuffingardens.com
NOTE: Do not use if pregnant or prone to seizures. Sage is a nervous stimulant and contains camphene, which should not be used if pregnant. Wait until after pregnancy to use for stretch marks.
A safer alternative while pregnant is the belly balm listed below:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/75941350/pregnant-belly-balm-stretch-marks-tight?ref=related-19
NOTE: For those with a nut allergy to hazelnuts, an alternative would be Castor oil. By stimulating both the lymphatic system (lymphocytes play an important role in wound healing) and blood circulation, castor oil can help lessen the chance of a scar in the healing of new wounds and help fade already existing scars.
This blend comes in a 1 oz., 2 oz. or 4 oz. amber glass dropper bottle.
I do have glass roller bottles for the 1 oz. size. If you would prefer the roller bottles instead of the dropper bottle let me know
Keep out of direct sunlight.
NOTE:
This oil blend is made up of ingredients known for their properties.
There is no standardized FDA testing involved.
I have no way to predict how this oil will work for you.
I do know it takes time, patience and diligence in its application.
There is often confusion about what makes for a new vs. an old scar. Here is information from the following source:
http://www.assh.org/handcare/procedures-and-treatment/scar-management
"After the skin and deeper tissues have healed, the scar goes through four different stages of healing. Although the initial skin scar may be minimal, the scar will often enlarge and become more reddened over the following 4-6 weeks. An active scar is typically red, raised, firm and thick. Sometimes this change can be confused with infection. Also, the outermost layer often loosens while the deeper layers remain intact; this is normal as well. Following the swelling/reddening phase, the wound becomes smaller and paler over the next 2-3 months. Later, the scar becomes soft and has a more natural color in most individuals. Some scars take up to a year to mature. Therefore, some scar revisions (a surgery that minimizes a scar so it blends in) may not be offered until a year after injury/surgery. Scars have completed the healing process when they are light in color, smooth, and no longer sensitive to touch. A fresh, healing scar (pink, red, raised, thick, and sensitive) should be protected from sunlight; sun exposure can darken it "