ALHYDRAN blog

Keloids are scars that proliferate. They have extremely annoying characteristics and fall into the category of ‘problem scars’. Not only are they much more visible and unsightly, they also result in more complaints than ordinary scars: Itching ‘Pulling’ of the skin Bright red or purple colour Very painful, for example when lying on the scar …

Can I apply ALHYDRAN scar cream around my eyes?   Yes! You can apply ALHYDRAN scar cream around your eyes, but you should avoid getting it in your eyes. If ALHYDRAN does accidentally enter your eye it may sting slightly, there are no other effects. So simply rinse your eye with water. A visit to the doctor is …

Pimples can leave behind scars. Prevention is not always possible, but you can lower the chance of getting a scar as much as possible. And if you do get a scar? Well, you can do something about that as well! This article provides tips for preventing a scar forming after a pimple, followed by a tip …

Do you have a scar on your face or abdomen (or another part of your body) that you want to get rid of? There are several ways to do this: 1. Scar correction by means of an operation A plastic surgeon can correct scarring under local anaesthetic – sometimes under general anaesthetic, for large scars.  …

Many women have scar complaints after a caesarean section. These can continue for a year after the operation, or even longer. They complain of: Redness Itching Pain Swelling/thickening of the scar Ugly appearance of the scar Sound familiar? Many women feel pain in the form of a ‘pulling’ feeling.  In some cases the pain radiates …

Dry skin is irritating. It itches, flakes and often has a red appearance. It’s an annoying complaint, certainly when you have had it for some time and it shows no signs of getting better. However, it is possible to cure. The first step is understanding how dry skin is caused. Causes of dry skin 1. …