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When can I start using moistouriser or bio oil on my scar ?

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Mary8610
Mary8610

Hi wound has dried out staples removed . When can I. Use bio oil or creams ?

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  • beachbum1957
    beachbum1957 Mary8610

    Posted

    you can start now I was told best is coco lotion or ccream. I haven't used it for being lazy.
  • moi88935
    moi88935 Mary8610

    Posted

    are the lotion only use for try to leave less scarf?
  • eileen64__UK
    eileen64__UK Mary8610

    Posted

    Hi Mary

    As soon as possible......so when the dressing comes off.

    I was told Bio Oil....looked in Boots...quite expensive....went to Superdrug and got their own make, not called Bio Oil but it does the job.

    Some people say Baby Oil.....I liked the superdrug one.

    Love

    Eileen  UK

    • ginny35168
      ginny35168 eileen64__UK

      Posted

      I'm from the USA and some words are a bit different here.....but someone told me to use bio oil......  are you saying bio oil is the same as baby oil????  thanks
    • eileen64__UK
      eileen64__UK ginny35168

      Posted

      Hi Ginny

      No its not the same but some people say it has much the same effect

      Havent actually tried it.....I liked the other one and the smell of it was lovely.

      Love

      Eileen  UK

    • Mary8610
      Mary8610 ginny35168

      Posted

      Hi Bio Oil is not same as baby oil it is for scars and stretch marks . Haven't tried it yet but it's been recommended .
    • eileen64__UK
      eileen64__UK ginny35168

      Posted

      Hi Ginny

      I mentioned it in one of my posts at the beginning ....its the one from Superdrug.

      Sorry cant remember where you are? UK?

      This one is called restoring skin care oil....formulated for scars, stretch marks, ageing skin and dehydrated skin. Its cheaper than the actual bio oil.

      Its almond oil, canola oil and soy bean oil, grapeseed oil rosemary oil and sunflower oil.....I'm reading off the packet now LOL

      I think its the almond oil i can smell mostly.

      It also says suitable for use on face and body....contains Vitamin A and E. Use as a bath oil or after sun moisturiser.

      It seems as if it can be used for a lot of things after you stop using it on your scar.....I used it twice a day.  I might try it for some other things now  LOL

      Love

      Eileen  UK

       

    • ginny35168
      ginny35168 eileen64__UK

      Posted

      Thank you Eileen....I am in the USA and I dont know of a superdrug....but i will find it in a drug store near me.... 
  • Weycat
    Weycat Mary8610

    Posted

    Hello Mary, I have been using bio-oil since the dressing was off. Was advised this by physio lady and it really helps - twice daily for at least 3-4mths but I am still using it now over 6 mths on from op. As long as the scar is not still weeping in any way you need to rub in quite firmly and more so where the muscle is the hardest. Helps with easing the tention along the scar line. Best wishes Arthur
    • Weycat
      Weycat Mary8610

      Posted

      tip - apply either after shower or bath or  use a bath sponge over the area before appling. I do my after morning shower and in the evening prio to bed. I use the branded bio-oil which is a bit expensive but its really good and non-greasy.
  • jane92347
    jane92347 Mary8610

    Posted

    I use Bio Oil. Brilliant. I got mine off Ebay worked out alot cheaper.

    Will be using it on my other hip next. Which is due around march time.

    Jane 😊

  • sylvia65076
    sylvia65076 Mary8610

    Posted

    I was told I could put moinsterser on it,but not massage it in for about a month by the district nurse which I did,Now massaging in regularly
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