How long does it take for cocoa butter to work on scars?
I think it is misleading when people say that cocoa butter helps scars go away. I think it is more accurate to say that over time (with regular consistent use of a quality cocoa butter product) the appearance of scars, marks, and other blemishes can be reduced. There are a number of products available over-the-counter now which deal with “reducing the appearance” of scar tissue. Mederma is one of them. I have never used this product mostly because in my experience with scars and blemishes, I’ve had to deal with hyperpigmentation, which is common in those with darker skin. The way I combat scars and unwanted marks is regular exfoliation, and sunscreen. Since I’m olive skinned, I know the sun will just make those dark marks stand out more, so I try to limit my exposure to sunlight if I have a problem area. I have tried some of the over-the-counter fade creams, but it has been my experience that none of them really produced any consistent results without some other kind of skin care regim
