These are characterised by a raised and lumpy appearance with a purple colouring. Keloid scars are typically irregular in shape and can continue to increase in size over time. Skin affected by keloid scars is unlikely to return to its original state.
Typically red in colour and slightly raised, they can become itchy and some individuals can experience pain from this type of scar. Unlike keloid scars, hypertrophic scars do not spread away from the area of injury and can improve by appearance.
These have a sunken appearance and acre commonly due to acne, chicken pox and/or surgery complications.
These are brought on by the body’s natural healing process. They can appear red and slightly raised or dipped to begin, however after a short space of time, they do become the same level as your skin and may change in appearance to a whiter colouring.