Does hemp ointment help with scars?
Author: Lucie Garabasova
Our hemp ointment with calendula extract for skin probably doesn’t need much introduction. But have you really tried it for everything?
What about using hemp ointment on scars? In this article, you’ll find out whether this ointment is effective in healing sutured skin after major injuries or surgeries.
Hemp ointment for skin is one of the most popular products in our range. Customers praise it for many issues, from dry, itchy skin, also as an ointment for eczema, to applying it on cracked corners of the mouth, and even healing small wounds or moisturizing the dry paws of pets.
Does it make sense to use hemp ointment on scars?
Hemp ointment for skin, with calendula extract, natural lanolin, shea butter, and beeswax, has proven healing properties. The ointment also contains organic hemp oil, which additionally has anti-inflammatory and regenerative effects. Not only does the ointment moisturize your skin beautifully, increasing its elasticity, but it also regenerates it. Both are crucial for healing scars after surgery, laparoscopy, or injuries.
When healing scars on the face, limbs, abdomen, back, or elsewhere, you can combine it with classic cosmetic petroleum jelly. Surgeons often recommend it directly. It's cheap and accessible. However, you won't find petroleum jelly in our hemp ointment. It’s replaced by natural lanolin, which forms a protective layer on the skin, softens and smooths it, and, moreover, speeds up wound healing — something you’ll definitely appreciate when treating scars. Shea butter also accelerates the regeneration of small wounds or burns and has natural antibacterial effects.
Real photo documentation of the scar healing process from one of our customers.
The following detailed review of hemp ointment with calendula shows the healing of a scar after carpal tunnel surgery.
In the upper 4th image, you can see that the scar slightly split after the stitches were removed. When moving the thumb, the scar opened up. Initially, the customer only applied petroleum jelly to the scar.
After our recommendation, they tried the hemp ointment for scars, which provided the skin with enough elasticity and regeneration, and in just a few days, the difference was noticeable. The scar closed up and healed beautifully.
A closer look at the healing process is shown in the bottom series of photos.
Does hemp ointment help with scars after eyelid surgery?
Yes, hemp ointment can help with scars after eyelid surgery.
What is eyelid surgery?
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure performed on the upper and/or lower eyelids. The goal of the surgery is to remove excess skin, fat protrusions, or muscle tissue around the eyes that may cause aesthetic problems or vision impairment.
- Upper eyelid surgery: During upper eyelid surgery, an incision is made in the natural folds of the eyelids to remove excess skin, fat protrusions, and possibly muscle tissue. This rejuvenates the appearance of the eyes and improves visibility.
- Lower eyelid surgery: During lower eyelid surgery, an incision is made either under the eyes near the lashes or inside the eyelids. This removes excess skin, fat protrusions, and corrects any muscle bulges. Lower eyelid surgery helps reduce swelling, smooth wrinkles, and rejuvenate the appearance of the face.
Eyelid surgery is often performed as a cosmetic procedure to improve appearance, but it can also be done for health reasons, such as vision impairment due to excess skin or fat on the upper eyelids.
Scars after eyelid surgery
It is common for scars to form at the incision site after eyelid surgery. Scars after eyelid surgery can be visible, and in the first few months after surgery, they may be red, lumpy, or swollen. However, over time, scars typically heal and gradually flatten and fade.
Several factors can affect the appearance of scars after eyelid surgery:
- Genetics: Each individual has different natural healing ability and tendency to form scars. Some people are prone to more prominent scars than others.
- Scar care: Proper care of scars after surgery is important for their proper healing. This includes following the doctor’s instructions on wound care, using prescribed ointments or creams, and minimizing sun exposure to the scars.
- Skin health: The condition of the skin can affect scar healing. Healthy, hydrated, and well-nourished skin usually heals better and is less prone to forming noticeable scars.
- Surgical technique: The way eyelid surgery is performed can also affect the appearance of scars. A skilled plastic surgeon strives to minimize the visibility of scars and places incisions in less noticeable areas.
What ointment to choose after eyelid surgery?
After eyelid surgery, we recommend using hemp ointment with calendula, known for its gentle composition. It contains no petroleum or palm products—only pure hemp, moisturizing lanolin, and soothing calendula.
We recommend applying the ointment as needed, ideally twice a day.
If you want to achieve excellent results in scar healing after eyelid surgery, also follow these tips:
- Do not expose the eyes to UV rays
- Do not apply makeup around the scar
- Avoid unnecessary tension on the skin
- Give the skin time and peace to regenerate
See for yourself the excellent capabilities of this ointment.