Mederma
Medermaź, the "skin care for scars," is the flagship product of Merz Pharmaceuticals. Mederma is a greaseless topical gel formulated with the active ingredient Cepalin, a botannical extract derived from onions. The gel hydrates the scar and promotes normal skin healing. Mederma is effective in reducing various types of skin scarring:
- Surgical incisions
- Stretch marks
- Burns
- Accidents and injuries
- Acne scarring
Mederma doesn't claim to make scars vanish completely, but they should appear softer and smoother after being treated. A 50 gram tube of Mederma gel costs approximately $25 and will last for about 3 months when used to treat an 8" to 10" scar. A 20 gram tube costs under $15 and will also last about 3 months if used to treat a smaller 3" long scar. Mederma is sold at most local retail pharmacies.
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By Steve Levenstein
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