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2. Scar - Wikipedia

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   Scar tissue is composed of the same protein as the tissue that it replaces, but the fiber composition of the protein is different; instead of a random basketweave formation of the collagen fibers found in normal tissue, in fibrosis the collagen cross-links and forms a pronounced alignment in a single direction. [1]

3. Keloid - Wikipedia

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   Most skin injury types can contribute to scarring. This includes burns, acne scars, chickenpox scars, ear piercing, scratches, surgical incisions, and vaccination sites. According to the US National Center for Biotechnology Information, keloid scarring is common in young people between the ages of 10 and 20. Studies have shown that those with ...

4. Scarification - Wikipedia

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   Tattoo ink (or similar agent) is rubbed into a fresh cut to add color or extra visibility to the scar. Most of the ink remains in the skin as the cut heals. This was how tattoos were initially done before the use of needles to inject ink. [17] Skin removal/skinning Skin removal allows for larger markings than simple cutting.

5. 8 of the Softest Facial Tissues to Soothe Your Poor Nose - AOL

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   4. Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissue. Most Absorbent Facial Tissue. With a triple-layer base, there’s no denying that these tissues are tough. Recommended for delicate skin, however, they’re ...

6. Skin repair - Wikipedia

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   They are usually replaced by the fibrous tissue. The result is the formation of an inflexible, fibrous scar tissue. Human skin cells are capable of repairing UV-induced DNA damages by the process of nucleotide excision repair. [2] This repair process protects against skin cancer. [2]

7. Silicone gel sheeting - Wikipedia

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   The exact mechanism of action of silicone gel sheeting has not been fully studied. Currently, many proposed mechanisms explain the efficacy of such treatment, including the occlusion and hydration effect, increased body surface temperature, polarized electric charge, immunological effects, etc. [9] The occlusion and hydration effect is the most studied mechanism of action.