Research advances on scar makeup
10.3760/cma.j.cn114453-20240314-00068
- VernacularTitle:瘢痕化妆的研究进展
- Author:
Haixiao LIANG
1
;
Yuanbo LIU
1
;
Mengqing ZANG
1
Author Information
1. 中国医学科学院北京协和医学院整形外科医院瘢痕与创面治疗中心，北京 100144
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Cicatrix;
Scar makeup;
Scar camouflage
- From:
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery
2025;41(9):975-980
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Scar makeup is a specialized technique that involves concealing scars on exposed areas of the patients using makeup techniques based on color theory and "band-aid" theory as well as light and dark technique. Scar makeup serves as an effective supplement to conventional scar management. Scar makeup significantly promotes the psychological health and improves the quality of life for patients with scar. This review outlined the key characteristics, underlying principles, and practical method of scar camouflage; summarized advances in materials and clinical applications; described the current development of scar makeup clinics and therapist training; and highlighted existing challenges. This review aims to provide a valuable reference toward the establishment of scar makeup clinics in China.
