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Proactive strategies and evidence-based practices to reduce the risk of scar formation — covering early acne treatment, sun protection, wound care, and lifestyle factors that influence healing outcomes.

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Raised keloid scar showing overgrown collagen tissue extending beyond the original wound

Why Your Body Overreacts to Tiny Scratches

Keloids form when wound healing won't switch off — collagen keeps building long after a cut has closed. Here's what drives that overreaction, who's most at risk, and the treatments with real evidence behind them.

Guide to how to prevent acne scarring before it starts

How to Prevent Acne Scarring Before It Starts

Up to 90% of acne patients develop scarring — even from mild breakouts. Evidence-based strategies like early treatment, avoiding picking, retinoids, and daily SPF can significantly cut your risk.