Use of Makeup, Hairstyles, Glasses, and Prosthetics as Adjuncts to Scar Camouflage

Douglas Mathew Sidle; Jennifer R. Decker

doi:10.1016/j.fsc.2011.06.004

Use of Makeup, Hairstyles, Glasses, and Prosthetics as Adjuncts to Scar Camouflage

Douglas Mathew Sidle^*, Jennifer R. Decker

^*Corresponding author for this work

Otolaryngology

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Abstract

Scars after facial trauma or surgery can be a source of distress for patients, and facial plastic surgeons are frequently called upon to help manage them. Although no technique can remove a scar, numerous treatment modalities have been developed to improve facial scar appearance with varying levels of invasiveness. This article reviews techniques that camouflage scars without surgical intervention. Topical scar treatments, camouflage cosmetics, use of hairstyling and glasses, and facial prosthetics are discussed. In addition, professional counseling is provided on selection and application of topical cosmetics for use as part of an office practice.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	481-489
Number of pages	9
Journal	Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
Volume	19
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fsc.2011.06.004
State	Published - Aug 1 2011

Keywords

Camouflage cosmetics
Facial prosthetics
Nonoperative
Scar camouflage
Scars
Surgery adjuncts

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Surgery

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