10/26/2026
PROPER WOUND CARE TIPS FROM DERMATOLOGISTS
Learn how to properly care for your wound at home with these tips from board-certified dermatologists.
Whenever your skin is injured—whether by accident or from surgery — your body works to repair the wound. As your skin heals, a scar may form, as this is a natural part of the healing process.
The appearance of a scar often depends on how well the wound heals. While scars from surgery or over joints like the knees and elbows are hard to avoid, scars caused by minor cuts and scrapes can become less noticeable by properly treating the wound at home.
Here are dermatologists’ tips for reducing the appearance of scars caused by injuries such as skinned knees or deep scratches:
https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/injured-skin/burns/wound-care-minimize-scars